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Table Mat With English Scene

Object Details

Description
This needle lace table mat commemorates the coronation of King George V in 1911. The four women represent Fortitude, Wisdom, Justice, and Peace, represented by the lance, helmet, sword, and shield. The artist was Bernard Partridge, who published the cartoon in Punch Magazine in 1911. The shields of England, Scotland, Ireland, and Wales are inserted in the corners of the mat. The center and the shields are made in the Point de Gaze technique. This beautiful needle lace was probably made by Belgian lace makers during World War I in gratitude for British help.
Location
Currently not on view
Data Source
National Museum of American History
depicted (sitter)
George V King of the United Kingdom
maker
unknown
made during
1914-1918
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. Philip D. Armour
Physical Description
cotton (overall material)
needle lace (overall production method/technique)
Measurements
overall: 22 in x 17 1/2 in; 55.88 cm x 44.45 cm
Object Name
lace
war lace
lace, war lace
Object Type
lace

Featured In

  • World War One Laces
  • Women in World War I:Belgian War Lace
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