An exhibition of items from the RSN Collection is now open at the Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum in Stirling. Scotland. The new exhibition, ‘Embroidered Excellence: Treasures from the RSN Collection’, brings together some of the finest examples of embroidery in the RSN’s large collection.

It encompasses works from all corners of the world, spanning the last 400 years. Objects on show include a pair of Peranakan slippers, a 17th-century continental European chasuble back, and samplers made at the RSN throughout the 20th century. From Scotland to Singapore, each object is a labour of love and a testament to the skill and creativity of centuries of stitchers.

‘Embroidered Excellence’ is free to enter and there is no need to book in advance. The gallery of open Wednesday – Friday at 10am – 5pm, with free parking and disabled access. The exhibition runs until 10 November.

Learn more about the and  RSN’s Collection & Archive here.

Unable to make it to Scotland? Visit our new exhibition ‘Tales of Textiles: The RSN Collection in Focus’ when opens on 25 September at Hampton Court Palace, South West London. Book here.