Textiles

Glove in the Midge & Flea pattern, "Isa Steel" at wrist

Period:

20th Century

Description:

Example of a Sanquhar pattern glove in black and white wool to illustrate the "Midge & Flea" design. This is probably one of the oldest patterns, and most closely resembles other traditional knitting of the 18th century. Its name is self-explanatory, although opinions vary on the identity of the second insect!  The glove has the name "Isa Steel" knitted into the wristband.

Place of Production:

Sanquhar

Materials/Media:

wool

Dimensions:

length 255mm, width 90mm

Source:

Sanquhar Tolbooth Museum

Accession Number:

SQRTM:0207.8

Digital Number:

SQTX004a, SQTX004b

Copyright:

Dumfries & Galloway Council