20th Century Linens and Lace, a Guide to Identification, Care and Prices of Household Linens: A Guide to Identification, Care, and Prices of Household ... Book for Collectors With Value Guide) (Hardcover)

by Elizabeth Scofield (Author), Peggy Zalamea (Author)

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Product Description
The exquisite and everyday beautiful linens and lace photographed for this book represent collectible household styles made in Europe and North America during the 20th century. Both rare and commonly found examples are included so that readers can learn to differentiate between the two groups. The chapters are organized by types of work, including Appenzell, Battenberg, Bobbin lace, chemical and other machine laces, crochet, cutwork, embroidery, linen damask, explained with origins and copies liberally discussed. The photographs are breathtaking, from over-all room settings to minute details. This is a visually exciting book. The price guide is a valuable tool for this expanding field of collectibles which seem to be undervalued when the quality and supply of fine examples are considered.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 208 pages
• Publisher: Schiffer Publishing; illustrated edition edition (March 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0887408265
• ISBN-13: 978-0887408267
• Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.4 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #345,247 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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22 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Musings from thelinenlady on '20th Century Lace and Linens', March 24, 2000

By	Ann Christine (Los Angeles, CA) - See all my reviews

As a long time linen lover and now professional dealer I find this tombe to be a wonderful 'picture' book ~ but when it comes to actual informative content I feel that there are better sources ~ the information given is helpfull for the beginning to intermediate collector and the pictures are exquisite but somehow the lack of detail in the narrative portions undermines the supossed purpose of the book. To its credit the book is nicely arranged by subject but lacks a comprehensive glossary. Overall, not a bad place to start whet your appetite for knowledge about vintage linens, but if you want detailed informtion supported by anyting more than cursory research you will put the book down hungry. ~ Sincerly, Ann Christine ~ thelinenlady

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Very helpful and informative reference book., July 15, 2000

By	Missy Rorrer - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I found this book to be extremely helpful in identifying popular linen styles and items for a collector. The pictures were clear and the descriptions sufficient for my needs. This is a good addition to a collector's library.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Lace collectors will find this beautiful and enjoying!, April 2, 1998

By A Customer

Faboulous color photos from Appenzell to Tatting, and How to maintain a collection. I highly recommend this book if you love lace!