The discovery of the Nowotny collection in Vienna brings us a collection that is unique both in quality and quantity of the patterns. It is also a comprehensive record of some of the most refined and elegant creations of the nineteenth century.
In the history of embroidery, the nineteenth century occupies a very special place. Not only did it coincide with the most popular period in this time-honoured art but it also happened to be the century in which embroidery gave full expression to the ideal of femininity.
This book perfectly compliments Embroideries and Patterns of Nineteenth Century Vienna, Serena's first publication concerning the Nowotny Collection. Like its counterpart, Animal Embroideries and Patterns surveys samplers, motifs and decorative patterns, but focuses solely on animal patterns.
The embroideries are perfectly reproduced in 221 flawless colour photographs and are accompanied by 24 technical drawings. Practical advice is offered which allows any keen embroidery enthusiast to reproduce some of the more spectacular designs
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