Accession Number

2008.005.017

Description

One clear pressed glass thimble holder in the shape of a women's shoe with a heel. The painted yellow decoration on the vamp is mostly worn off. Thimble sits inside the shoe, like a foot.

Narrative

Decorative thimble cases, such as this, were popular collectible pieces among amateur sewers in the 19th century. They came in a wide variety of souvenir and whimsical designs and were often made of very fine and ornate materials. 

History of Use

The donor was a collector of needlework items and gave this to Craigdarroch as part of a large bequest of sewing tools. 

Date

circa 1880

Dimensions

3.5 x 2.1 x 6 cm

Material

Glass