Mrs Treadwin - Victorian lace maker, designer & historian
by Carol McFadzean
A meticulously researched and very well presented book which describes the life and work of Charlotte Elizabeth Treadwin (née Dobbs), 1821-1890, who rose from humble beginnings to develop a lace empire based in Exeter - perhaps the most important 19th century figure in the history of Devon lace.
The author's work covers details of Charlotte's family life and history, her marriage to John Treadwin, her Royal Appointment in 1848, her contribution to the Great Exhibition of 1851, her Royal orders, commissions and exhibitions and her business at Cathedral Close, Exeter.
Copiously illustrated with excellent photographs throughout - including magnificent examples of her lace.
Near as-new condition. Minor abrasions to cover.
132 pages in stiff glossy cover
ISBN 0-9547683-2-9
Published by the author, 2009