The Magic of Embroidery by Julia Caprara

The Magic of Embroidery by Julia Caprara

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The authors of this book investigate the patterns, imagery and symbols of stitching through history to show how they can be interpreted in embroidery techniques today. Topics covered include embroidery used for narrative and magical purposes, for fashion and in interior design.

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The Magic of Embroidery by Julia Caprara

The authors of this book investigate the patterns, imagery and symbols of stitching through history to show how they can be interpreted in embroidery techniques today. Topics covered include embroidery used for narrative and magical purposes, for clothing and fashion, in interior design, in imagery, and in the use of nature and natural forms. Each topic is illustrated with drawings and embroidery samples, both historical and contemporary in origin. This book is designed to be of interest to emroiderers, City and Guilds students as well as anyone interested in art and embroidery history.
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ISBN 13 9780713462272
ISBN 10 0713462272
Title The Magic of Embroidery
Author Julia Caprara
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Binding Type Hardback
Publisher Batsford Ltd
Year published 1992-09-05
Number of pages 144
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.