A Dictionary of Lace by Pat Earnshaw - ISBN: 9780486404820
Paperback
Handy reference of more than 400 lace-related terms (Florentine knots, lappets, spangles, reticella, honiton, Tuscan filet, and more) plus discussions of the origin, nomenclature, dating, and development of more controversial lace forms. Over 250 illustrations.

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  • Paperback

    240 pages

  • Release Date

    1 June 1999

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Summary

Immensely useful volume, containing over 400 lace-related terms such as Florentine knots, lappets, a pillow horse, winkie pin, spangles, reticella, honiton, guipure, and Tuscan filet, discusses the origin, nomenclature, date and sequences of development of the more controversial forms. Enhanced with over 250 illustrations depicting various lace patterns, including a magnificent lace collar worn by Gustavus Adolphus of Sweden, Queen Victoria’s wedding veil, the bridal tulle worn by Diana, Princess of Wales; and much more. A valuable book for lace-makers; a handy reference for cultural historians and needlecraft and fashion writers.

Book Details

ISBN-13:9780486404820
ISBN-10:048640482X
Author:Pat Earnshaw
Publisher:Dover Publications Inc.
Imprint:Dover Publications Inc.
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:240
Edition:2nd
Release Date:1 June 1999
Weight:360g
Dimensions:11mm x 150mm x 209mm
Series:Dover Knitting, Crochet, Tatting, Lace
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A Dictionary of Lace by Pat Earnshaw - ISBN: 9780486404820
150 × 209 mm
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A4
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