A Golden Age 2008 Witney Antiques Historic Embroidery Stumpwork Catalog
$55.00
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A Golden Age: Rare and Historic Embroideries From the 16th & 17th Centuries, published by Witney Antiques, explores early needlework through detailed color photographs and descriptive catalogue entries. It brings the textures, symbolism, and elaborate craftsmanship of historic embroidery into close view.
An appealing reference for embroidery enthusiasts, antique textile collectors, costume researchers, and admirers of Elizabethan and Stuart decorative arts. Illustrated examples include a raised-work pillow dating to circa 1660 and an embroidered linen coif dating to circa 1600, with discussion of materials, techniques, imagery, and provenance.
Softcover with illustrated covers and color plates. ISBN: 0954331362.
Condition: Very Good. Light cover rubbing and surface scratches, with minor edge and corner wear. Small bookseller price sticker on the rear cover. Photographed interior pages appear clean and bright. Please review photographs for condition details.
SKU D-12
A Golden Age 2008 Witney Antiques Historic Embroidery Stumpwork Catalog
$55.00
An appealing reference for embroidery enthusiasts, antique textile collectors, costume researchers, and admirers of Elizabethan and Stuart decorative arts. Illustrated examples include a raised-work pillow dating to circa 1660 and an embroidered linen coif dating to circa 1600, with discussion of materials, techniques, imagery, and provenance.
Softcover with illustrated covers and color plates. ISBN: 0954331362.
Condition: Very Good. Light cover rubbing and surface scratches, with minor edge and corner wear. Small bookseller price sticker on the rear cover. Photographed interior pages appear clean and bright. Please review photographs for condition details.
SKU D-12