Textile Sample
1929-30 (made)
| Artist/Maker | |
| Place of origin |
Sample card of 34 coloured linen swatches produced for Gorringes Ltd with printed description
Object details
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| Materials and techniques | card with linen |
| Brief description | Sample card with swatch, 1929-1930, Old Bleach Linen Company Limited for Gorringes Ltd |
| Physical description | Sample card of 34 coloured linen swatches produced for Gorringes Ltd with printed description |
| Dimensions |
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| Production type | Mass produced |
| Marks and inscriptions | 'Old Bleach' guaranteed fadeless coloured linens 45 inch - 5/6, 36 inch - 3/11. As gay as spring flowers. Gorringes Ltd, Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1 (Retailer's identification; English; printed) |
| Credit line | Given by Mrs Gillian Fox |
| Historical context | The Old Bleach Linen Company was established in Randalstown in 1864. The company's move to the town was influenced by the water from the River Maine, the strong tradition of cottage weaving in the area and the American Civil War giving a boost to the linen industry. The Old Bleach Linen Company provided tableware to royalty and the famously impressive dining rooms of the Cunard Line. |
| Production | Reason For Production: Retail |
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| Accession number | T.226:2-1999 |
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| Record created | January 20, 2004 |
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