A guide to embroidery patterns from around the world. Sheila Paine examines the symbolism of the motifs and designs that have developed over thousands of years.
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A guide to embroidery patterns from around the world. Sheila Paine examines the symbolism of the motifs and designs that have developed over thousands of years.
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Good. All pages and cover are intact. Possible slightly loose binding, minor highlighting and marginalia, cocked spine or torn dust jacket. Maybe an ex-library copy and not include the accompanying CDs, access codes or other supplemental materials.
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Very good. Embroidered Textiles-Traditional Patterns from Five Continents with a Worldwide Guide to Identification SOFTCOVER CONDITION VERY GOOD-COPYRIGHT 1990--PUBLISHED BY THAMES AND HUDSON-WITH 279 ILLUSTRATIONS 171 IN COLOR--192 PAGES by Sheila... Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 192 p. Contains: Illustrations. Audience: General/trade. Embroidered Textiles-Traditional Patterns from Five Continents with a Worldwide Guide to Identification SOFTCOVER CONDITION VERY GOOD-COPYRIGHT 1990--PUBLISHED BY THAMES AND HUDSON-WITH 279 ILLUSTRATIONS 171 IN COLOR--192 PAGES by Sheila Paine (Author) Embroidery has been practised for thousands of years throughout the world. In the West, traditions have been subject to trade and fashion, but across the continents of the less-developed world, embroidery continues to be rooted in ancient beliefs and superstitions. This book examines in detail the symbolism of the motifs and designs of these textiles. Photographs are supported by explanatory line drawings and maps which show the colours of the intricate designs. Each motif has its own symbolic or magical significance. Also featured are a comprehensive regional guide to the identification of embroidery throughout the world, advice on collecting and details of international collections.
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Very Good. Size: 9x7x0; New York, 1997; illustrated paper covers; corner wear; 8vo-over 7 3/4" to 9 3/4" tall; Interior is clean and unmarked; 192 pages.
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Good. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 192 p. Contains: Illustrations. Embroidery has been practised for thousands of years throughout the world. In the West, traditions have been subject to trade and fashion, but across the continents of the less-developed world, embroidery continues to be rooted in ancient beliefs. This book examines the symbolism of the designs.
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Minor shelf wear Good condition is defined as: a copy that has been read but remains in clean condition. All of the pages are intact and the cover is intact and the spine may show signs of wear. The book may have minor markings which are not specifically mentioned. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day.
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Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. This book is in good condition but will show signs of previous ownership. Please expect some creasing to the spine and/or minor damage to the cover.
