Lecture - Sat 22 Feb
Textile Conservation at Gawthorpe Hall and Beyond
with Jacqui Hyman
Join Jacqui Hyman, a renowned UK-based textile conservator, for a fascinating journey into the world of textile preservation. Drawing on her extensive experience, Jacqui will delve into the conservation treatment of the historic crewelwork bed curtains and valances at Gawthorpe Hall, exploring the unique challenges of preserving textiles on open display and the environmental considerations involved.
The lecture will also touch on other intriguing artifacts, including delicate 1820s silk gauze evening dresses, a rare quilted silk cot cover from 1703, and garments from her early conservation work, such as christening gowns and cotton caps from Gawthorpe Hall’s collection. With over four decades of expertise, Jacqui will provide a broad overview of the principles and evolving practices of textile conservation, display, and storage, offering insight into how the field has progressed over time.
This lecture promises to be an inspiring session for anyone passionate about historical textiles, their care, and their stories.
The lecture will also touch on other intriguing artifacts, including delicate 1820s silk gauze evening dresses, a rare quilted silk cot cover from 1703, and garments from her early conservation work, such as christening gowns and cotton caps from Gawthorpe Hall’s collection. With over four decades of expertise, Jacqui will provide a broad overview of the principles and evolving practices of textile conservation, display, and storage, offering insight into how the field has progressed over time.
This lecture promises to be an inspiring session for anyone passionate about historical textiles, their care, and their stories.
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