A major new exhibition of Scotland’s textile treasures is taking place at Edinburgh’s Dovecot Studios, marking the first time they have been presented as works of art in their own right, explores 200 years of the domestic interior in Scotland, examining the art and design of embroidery from the National Trust for Scotland’s collection. As a result of a two-year research and conservation programme, many of these delicate pieces are now in a condition to be on public display for the first time.

Over 80 finely-worked embroidered textiles from important properties across Scotland are included, made between 1720 and 1920 and including armchairs, large bed hangings, fire screens and tablecloths. They are shown in dialogue with portraiture and framed design drawings to illustrate their histories.

Also showing is Ptolemy Mann: Woven Colour (see below) featuring hand-woven rugs, ‘thread paintings’ and paintings on paper and canvas, until 15th March.