History of the patchwork quilt

Auteur :
Gwinner, S.
Éditeur :
Schiffer Publishing Ltd
ISBN :
9780887401367
Date de publication :
10 janv. 1997
Dimensions :
26,7 x 19,7 cm
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
USA
The origins, traditions and symbolism of patchwork in clothing and quilts are explored from multinational examples ranging over the past 500 years. Color and black-and-white photographs show beautiful applique and Amish quilts as well as crazy quilts, bridal and friendship quilts and more. Examples represent historical and contemporary prize-winning designs.