Introduction

This evening, I am posting information on Dovecot Studios in Infirmary Street, Edinburgh.

Information on Dovecot Studios, Edinburgh

The studios were founded in 1912 by the 3th Marquess of Bute. Purpose was to weave large historical tapestries for his many homes. Until 1938 the studios remained in private hands. After WW2 it became a commercial venture working with prominent artists such as Henry Moor under the name Edinburgh Tapestry Company. Since 2008 the business has been based in the refurbished Infirmary Street Baths trading as Dovecot Studios.

Images and information relating to work on display

Overview of the weaving facilities

This is Rug 01 dating from 2008. It was designed by Jamie Bruskie Tetshill

This is inner Landscape by Paul Furneaux and Dovecot Studios. Hand woven in 2003.

This is a bedcover by lady Augusta Gordon, from the 1860s.

This is a table cover by Mary and May Sandison and dates from 1880-83

This piece of embroidery dates from 1680-1700.

This is a fire screen sewn by Lady Augusta Gordon and dates from 1835-65.

This is a cartoon and curtain pelmet by Lady Augusta Gordon from 1860-65.

Valance or pelmet by Anne Gordon, Countess of Aberdeen, 1740s.

Draught screen attributed to Frances, Countess of Mar, 1720-40

Embroidered picture from India. 1900s

Chair

The Studios run a series of events, workshops, exhibitions and tours throughout the year. The Studio’s activities connect nicely with Scottish art, architecture and culture.

Location is about ten minutes walk from the Royal Mile and five minutes from the nearby National Museum of Scotland. Entrance fee applies. There is a cafe on site.

More Information

For more information on Edinburgh and many other aspects of Scotland please refer to the Visitors’ Guide to Scotland, ISBN 978-1-9161332-0-4. This book is also available via Kindle.