ATLAS OF WORLD EMBROIDERY (PRINCETON UNIV PRESS) (HB)

From the quillwork and birch boxes of Indigenous North America to the decorative matyo style of Hungary, the zardozi embroiderers of India, and the satin stitches of Han Dynasty China, this book provides a comprehensive history of embroidery, describing its materials and tools, its designs and symbols, and its uses and makers. Emphasizing the visual aspects of embroidery across cultures, the atlas features an unprecedented array of colour images celebrating the art form. Features full and close-up images of embroidered fabrics, including household items and clothing, along with insightful analysis