Embroidery And Lace: Their Manufacture And History From The Remotest Antiquity To The Present Day (1888) - Paperback

by Ernest Lefebure (Author), Alan S. Cole (Translator)

Embroidery and Lace: Their Manufacture and History from the Remotest Antiquity to the Present Day is a comprehensive guide to the art of embroidery and lace-making, written by Ernest Lefebure and originally published in 1888. The book covers the history of these crafts from their earliest origins, tracing their development through the Middle Ages and Renaissance to the Victorian era. Lefebure explores the different techniques and materials used in embroidery and lace-making, including needlework, bobbin lace, and tatting. He also provides detailed instructions for creating a variety of different designs, from simple monograms to complex patterns and motifs. The book is illustrated with numerous black-and-white photographs and diagrams, as well as color plates showcasing some of the most beautiful examples of embroidery and lace from around the world. Whether you are a seasoned embroiderer or a beginner looking to learn more about this fascinating craft, Embroidery and Lace is an invaluable resource that will inspire and inform.A Handbook For Amateurs, Collectors, And General Readers.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.