Goldwork Embroidery
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Goldwork Embroidery
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Goldwork Embroidery
Explores the history of goldwork in Britain and Europe, accompanied by full-colour images of embroidered costumes and textiles from museums and private collections the world over. This volume also includes fifteen original embroidery projects, each with instructions and illustrated directions.
Goldwork Embroidery by Mary Brown is the most comprehensive book on this ancient form of embroidery. The history of goldwork in Britain and Europe is illuminated with images in glorious full-colour of gold embroidered costumes and textiles held in museums and private collections, many never previously published or seen by the public.
This book includes fifteen original projects that either reference historical examples or exhibit contemporary techniques for this form of embroidery.
A beautiful book that covers every aspect of gold embroidery.
Series: Milner Craft Series
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Goldwork Embroidery by Mary Brown is praised for its captivating exploration of this intricate embroidery technique. The book showcases stunning visuals of historical pieces and offers a comprehensive look into the history of goldwork in Britain and Europe. It also features 15 projects with clear instructions, catering to both beginners and advanced embroiderers, complemented by detailed chapters on materials and techniques.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781863513661
Publisher: Sally Milner Publishing Pty Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 01 April 2007
Country: Australia
Imprint: Sally Milner Publishing Pty Ltd
Illustration: 208 Illustrations, color
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 848.0mm
Height: 280.0mm
Weight: 0g
Pages: 208
About the Author
Mary Brown is a successful embroidery artist, with a certified qualification from the Royal School of Needlework in Hampton Court Palace, London.
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