FDA-A.506:1/36-2017
Parts
Object number
FDA-A.506:1/36-2017
Object type
Identification
Title
'Fountain of Life' Stall Cushion
Series of Textiles Designed for the Stalls of Officials in College Chapel
College Chapel Cushions and Kneelers (1959-1964)
Series of Textiles Designed for the Stalls of Officials in College Chapel
College Chapel Cushions and Kneelers (1959-1964)
Title Type
assigned by cataloguer
assigned by cataloguer
series
assigned by cataloguer
series
Description
Cross-stitched cushion; design shows a fountain and six doves.
Description
Dimensions
length: 320mm
width: 670mm
height: 60mm
width: 670mm
height: 60mm
Dimension note
Approximate dimensions
Inscription
Stitched initials 'MG-E'
Inscribed in ink inside lining 'MRS GREGSON-ELLIS'
Inscribed in ink inside lining 'MRS GREGSON-ELLIS'
Material
textile
Materials & techniques note
Cross-stitch
Production
Person
Howard, Constance (MBE), 1910 - 2000 (Artist)
Date
1959-1964
History and association
References
• Eton College Chapel Embroidery, Kenion Press Ltd. (incorporating the Savile Press, Eton College), Slough, Bucks.
