Church Embroidery - Anastasia Dolby - Bog

Church Embroidery: Ancient and Modern is a book written by Anastasia Dolby in 1867. The book is a comprehensive guide to the art of embroidery in the context of the church. It explores the history of church embroidery, from the earliest examples found in ancient Egypt to the elaborate works of the medieval period. The author provides detailed instructions on the techniques used in church embroidery, including the materials, stitches, and patterns involved. The book also includes a variety of designs for ecclesiastical vestments, altar cloths, and other decorative items. The author emphasizes the importance of using high-quality materials and taking care in the execution of the embroidery to ensure that the finished product is both beautiful and durable. Church Embroidery: Ancient and Modern is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and practice of this ancient art form.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.