Shepherd's Plaids and highland dress late 18th century-early 19th century; thesis and research notes on tartan.
Alan Paterson Collection
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- ReferenceGB 582 HWUA AP
- Dates of Creation17--? - 1958
- Name of Creator
- Language of MaterialEnglish
- Physical Description32 items
Scope and Content
Administrative / Biographical History
Alan Paterson was a former student of the Scottish College of Textiles and was particularly interested in collecting and researching Highland dress and tartan.
Arrangement
In accordance with the classification scheme.
Access Information
By appointment at the Scottish Borders Campus, Heriot-Watt University, Netherdale, Galashiels.
Acquisition Information
Donated to the Scottish College of Textiles in 1972.
Other Finding Aids
A paper list is available in the search room and all textiles are photographed.
Physical Characteristics and/or Technical Requirements
The large flat textiles are rolled and require advance notice for access.
Archivist's Note
Description compiled by Helen Taylor, Archivist, Heriot-Watt University Archive, Records Management and Museum Service.
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