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The History Of English Secular Embroidery (1912)

The History Of English Secular Embroidery (1912)

Jourdain, Margaret

Hardcover

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ISBN10: 1164362240
ISBN13: 9781164362241
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 344
Weight: 1.49
Height: 0.94 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The History of English Secular Embroidery is a book written by Margaret Jourdain and published in 1912. The book is an in-depth exploration of the history of embroidery in England, specifically focusing on secular embroidery. Jourdain begins by tracing the origins of embroidery in England, discussing the influence of foreign styles and techniques on English embroidery. She then goes on to examine the different types of embroidery that were popular in England throughout history, including the styles of the Tudor and Stuart periods. Jourdain also explores the social and cultural significance of embroidery, discussing how it was used to display wealth and status, as well as the role it played in the lives of women. The book is illustrated with numerous photographs and drawings, providing readers with a visual representation of the different types of embroidery discussed. Overall, The History of English Secular Embroidery is a comprehensive and informative guide to the history of embroidery in England, offering readers a fascinating insight into this important aspect of English cultural heritage.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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