{"title":"Cynthia Fowler","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCynthia Fowler\u003c\/strong\u003e explores the vibrant intersection of tradition and innovation within the world of needlecraft. Her work delves into contemporary embroidery practices, capturing how modern artists reinterpret classic techniques to create fresh, expressive forms. Readers can expect insightful commentary paired with visually rich examples that celebrate craftsmanship and creative evolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for enthusiasts of \u003cem\u003eArts \u0026amp; Culture\u003c\/em\u003e, Fowler’s books offer both inspiration and understanding of a craft deeply rooted in history yet continually evolving. Whether you are a practitioner or a curious observer, her thoughtful approach opens a window into the dynamic landscape of modern embroidery.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-modern-embroidery-movement-by-cynthia-fowler-9781350129146","title":"The Modern Embroidery Movement","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWINNER OF A CHOICE OUTSTANDING ACADEMIC TITLE AWARD 2018\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the early twentieth century, Marguerite Zorach and Georgiana Brown Harbeson were at the forefront of the modern embroidery movement in the United States. In the first scholarly examination of their work and influence, Cynthia Fowler explores the arguments presented by these pioneering women and their collaborators for embroidery to be considered as art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUsing key exhibitions and contemporary criticism, \u003ci\u003eThe Modern Embroidery Movement\u003c\/i\u003e focuses extensively on the individual work of Zorach and Brown Harbeson, casting a new light on their careers. Documenting a previously marginalised movement, Fowler brings together the history of craft, art, and women’s rights, and firmly establishes embroidery as a significant aspect of modern art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47471814050028,"sku":"9781350129146","price":54.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/72794daab883d25cabc65a7a463be422.jpg?v=1775791516"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/cynthia-fowler.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}