A Historic Archive of Jacquard and Dobby Designs
Richard’s family has been involved in weaving fabrics since the 1920s. In 1984, Richard joined and later led the family weaving company, E & S Smith Ltd, a renowned name in the Bradford textile industry.
Preserving Over a Century of Textile Design
Over the past 35 years, Richard has curated an extensive archive of Jacquard and Dobby designs, complete with original technical data. This rare collection spans fabric patterns from both E & S Smith Ltd and other historic textile mills, with designs dating back from the 1880s through to the 1980s.
A Unique Resource for Designers & Manufacturers
This archive provides a one-of-a-kind opportunity to explore and revive the artistry of traditional Jacquard weaving and Dobby fabric design. Today, Richard offers exclusive access to this textile archive for:
- Editors seeking authentic historical references
- Fashion designers and home interior specialists looking for inspiration
- Fabric and wall covering manufacturers interested in recreating heritage fabric designs not seen for decades
Contact Richard
If you would like to know more about the archives available or would like to understand the costs in obtaining access to the archive material then don’t hesitate to contact Richard.
Richard also offers a Design Service that provides the opportunity for any textile business to source, develop and manufacture a truly unique signature.