Honiton is a bobbin lace made on a pillow, the most famous surviving example being the magnificent flounce made for Queen Victoria's wedding dress. Mary Tucker was the daughter of John Tucker of Branscombe, one of the leading lace makers in the Honiton area.
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Title of artwork, date
Honiton lace shawl, c. 1865–1870
Date supported
1992
Medium and material
Honiton lace
Dimensions
290 x 198 cm
Grant
1000
Total cost
2500
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