Exhibition Of English Embroidery Executed Prior To The Middle Of The Sixteenth Century (1905)

The book ""Exhibition Of English Embroidery Executed Prior To The Middle Of The Sixteenth Century"" by Albert Frank Kendrick was published in 1905. It is a comprehensive guide to the history of English embroidery from the early Middle Ages to the 16th century. The book focuses on the techniques, designs, and materials used in English embroidery during this period.The author, Albert Frank Kendrick, was a renowned embroidery expert and collector of antique textiles. He curated an exhibition of English embroidery executed prior to the middle of the 16th century, which this book is based on. The exhibition showcased some of the finest examples of English embroidery, including ecclesiastical vestments, altar cloths, and domestic textiles.The book provides a detailed analysis of the embroidery techniques used during this period, including chain stitch, stem stitch, satin stitch, and couching. It also explores the various materials used in English embroidery, such as silk, gold and silver thread, and pearls.The book features over 100 illustrations of the embroidery pieces showcased in the exhibition, providing readers with a visual understanding of the designs and techniques used. The illustrations are accompanied by detailed descriptions of each piece, including its history, provenance, and significance.Overall, ""Exhibition Of English Embroidery Executed Prior To The Middle Of The Sixteenth Century"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of English embroidery. It provides a fascinating insight into the techniques, designs, and materials used during this period, and showcases some of the finest examples of English embroidery from the early Middle Ages to the 16th century.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.