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“English and Other Needlework, Tapestries and Textiles in the Irwin Untermyer Collection”
By Yvonne Hackenbroch.
Published by the Harvard University Press in 1950.
DISCUSSION: Quality and diversity were the hallmarks of the Untermyer Collection of needlework, which was so extensive
that it provided a survey of English and European textiles from 1300 to the 18th century. Every piece is illustrated
and described, and the text also provides a detailed and scholarly study of the sources of needlework designs through
a variety of period woodcuts, engravings and paintings.
DESCRIPTION: Hardcover. 9.5"x12", 161 pages of text plus 75 color and 108 black & white plates
Used in fair condition $350 + $4 postage.
Please call if you are interested. Stephen or Carol Huber (860) 388-6809
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