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Embroidered textiles : traditional patterns from five continents : with a worldwide guide to identification / Sheila Paine ; [line drawings by Imogen Paine ; special photography by Dudley Moss].

By: Publication details: New York : Rizzoli, 1990.Description: 192 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 25 cmContent type:
  • text
Media type:
  • unmediated
Carrier type:
  • volume
ISBN:
  • 0500278237
Subject(s): LOC classification:
  • NK8806 .P35 1990
Summary: One of the first books to examine in detail the symbolism of the motifs and designs that give life to marvelous embroidered textiles features a dazzling array of embroideries from all over the world. Lively and informative text explores the relation of designs to different religions, traditions, and cults. Includes a comprehensive regional guide. 279 illus. 171 in color.
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Item type Current library Home library Shelving location Call number Status Date due Barcode
Books Books American University in Dubai American University in Dubai Main Collection NK 8806 .P35 1990 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) Available 19391

Includes bibliographical references (p. 179-181) and index.

One of the first books to examine in detail the symbolism of the motifs and designs that give life to marvelous embroidered textiles features a dazzling array of embroideries from all over the world. Lively and informative text explores the relation of designs to different religions, traditions, and cults. Includes a comprehensive regional guide. 279 illus. 171 in color.

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