Thimble Collection
A thimble, a small but mighty tool in the world of tailoring. From Alice and the Dodo's adventures to an East End Opium Den, this unassuming object has witnessed it all
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A thimble, a small but mighty tool in the world of tailoring. From Alice and the Dodo's adventures to an East End Opium Den, this unassuming object has witnessed it all. Even aboard the ill-fated RMS Titanic, a commemorative thimble cup was created by White Star Line as a tribute to those lost at sea. And let us not forget Marcus Clark & Co's advertisement that proudly displayed their finest thimbles for sale. During World War I, a Red Cross ambulance motor boat relied on its trusty thimble to mend uniforms and save lives. Meanwhile, an 1899 advertisement showcased Horner's patent Dorcas thimble, revolutionizing sewing techniques. In Sylvia DeZon's exquisite chatelaine from 1936, a delicate thimble dangled gracefully alongside other tools of the trade. Georgia O'Keeffe captured hands adorned with a thimble in her iconic solarised palladium print from 1920 - showcasing artistry beyond fabric and thread. An engraving from Le Vocabulaire Illustre depicted various types of finger protection including "a coudre" and Fingerhut - highlighting the importance of this humble accessory across cultures. And who can resist England's charmingly crafted Thimble-Shaped Vinaigrette? A treasure from 1840 whose purpose extended far beyond sewing needles. Lastly, Alfred Stieglitz immortalized Georgia O'Keeffe's hands delicately holding a thimble in his captivating portrait from 1919 - revealing beauty in simplicity. Through history and artistry alike, the timeless symbol of the thimble continues to remind us of craftsmanship and creativity that knows no bounds.