Jewish Ceremonial Embroidery by Kathryn Saloman

Jewish Ceremonial Embroidery by Kathryn Saloman

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This work examines the various types of Jewish ceremonial embroidery, tracing the origins of embroidered work and the customs that have grown up around it. Symbolism, and the symbolic use of colour are discussed, as well as the differing folk traditions.

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Jewish Ceremonial Embroidery by Kathryn Saloman

This work examines the various types of Jewish ceremonial embroidery, tracing the origins of embroidered work and the customs that have grown up around it. Symbolism, and the symbolic use of colour are discussed, as well as the differing folk traditions that produced the contrasting styles of embroidery for the home and the Synagogue. Practical and thorough advice is given on the factors - architectural, stylistic and religious - that should be taken into consideration before ceremonial work is undertaken. The author goes on to examine particular items of embroidery in detail, including the chuppah. Ark curtains, desk covers, Torah bindings and mantles and a variety of personal and domestic articles. New styles and the part each work plays in ceremony are discussed, providing readers with a solid foundation of knowledge for creating their own designs.
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ISBN 13 9780713452686
ISBN 10 0713452684
Title Jewish Ceremonial Embroidery
Author Kathryn Saloman
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Hardback
Publisher Batsford Ltd
Year published 1988-02-25
Number of pages 168
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