This lavishly illustrated book brings together a selection of English and Continental samplers of outstanding quality and interest. The selection includes examples from the fifteenth century to the twentieth, showing the development of techniques and changing fashions in design. It brings alive the many social reasons for the sampler's manufacture and decoration, from providing an early 'curriculum vitae' to illustrating the accomplishments of young ladies. The introduction and full descriptions explain their significance, style, and materials and all examples are shown in full colour.
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'My attention was first caught by the 64 high-quality colour photographs an the lay-out. Each sampler is displayed on its own specially chosen and very becoming colour and then shown to the right of of its one-page text ... a valuable introduction to a fascinating subject.' Museum News
'This lavishly illustrated book ... brings to life many of the social ramifications of the sampler's manufacture and decoration.' Antique Dealer and Collectors' Guide
'This lavishly illustrated book ... brings to life many of the social ramifications of the sampler's manufacture and decoration.' Antique Dealer and Collectors' Guide
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This lavishly illustrated book brings together a selection of English and Continental samplers of outstanding quality and interest. The introduction and full descriptions explain their significance, style, and materials and all examples are shown in full colour.
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25 of 25 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent overview for sampler lovers,
By joann p montgomery (Laurel, MD) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Samplers (Fitzwilliam Museum Handbooks) (Paperback)
I just got this book today and am completely taken in by the beautiful photography of these old samplers. The descriptions are informative but not too lengthy. Many of the sampler bands can be stitched out of the photograph. No patterns are included as these are all museum pieces. You won't be disappointed in this book.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
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A nice compliation of historical samplers.,
By dinska "phoenixwinged" (Chicagoland, USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Samplers (Fitzwilliam Museum Handbooks) (Paperback)
This book is a compliation of photographs detailing the sampler collection of the Fitzwilliam museum. There is no real commentary, only extended descriptions complimenting the photos.Though this kind of book might appear to be lacking compared to larger, thicker books, there are few large studies of samplers that can afford the space for all the color pictures needed to truly appreciate the artistry of the work. What is particularly special about this collection is that it shows examples of continental samplers, whereas most books on the market only show English and/or American. It was refreshing and exciting to finally see some nice photos of those works for a change. The cut whitework samplers and mixed samplers are also standouts. The collection starts with a Fifteenth Century Egyptian sampler and ends with an English sampler from the 1930's. It's a nice book to have at a reasonable price. If you love historical samplers you should consider this book. It can only help you appreciate the art form.
2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
A nice compliation of historical samplers.,
By dinska "phoenixwinged" (Chicagoland, USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Samplers (Fitzwilliam Museum Handbooks) (Paperback)
This book is a compliation of photographs detailing the sampler collection of the Fitzwilliam museum. There is no real commentary, only extended descriptions complimenting the photos.Though this kind of book might appear to be lacking compared to larger, thicker books, there are few large studies of samplers that can afford the space for all the color pictures needed to truly appreciate the artistry of the work. What is particularly special about this collection is that it shows examples of continental samplers, whereas most books on the market only show English and/or American. It was refreshing and exciting to finally see some nice photos of those works for a change. The cut whitework samplers and mixed samplers are also standouts. The collection starts with a Fifteenth Century Egyptian sampler and ends with an English sampler from the 1930's. This is a nice book to have, but I would recommend the softcover edition. If you love historical samplers you should consider this book. It can only help you appreciate the art form.
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Several museums have Mamluk samplers amongst their collections of early textiles which derive from Egyptian archaeological sites. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
detached motifs, polychrome silks, hollie point, silver metal thread, map samplers, edges hemmed, band samplers, couched work, filling stitches, double running stitch, spot motifs, corner motifs, pulled work, needle lace, stem stitch, embroidery techniques, stitching techniques, satin stitch, hem stitch, cross stitch, buttonhole stitch, needle techniques Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
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Several museums have Mamluk samplers amongst their collections of early textiles which derive from Egyptian archaeological sites. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
detached motifs, polychrome silks, hollie point, silver metal thread, map samplers, edges hemmed, band samplers, couched work, filling stitches, double running stitch, spot motifs, corner motifs, pulled work, needle lace, stem stitch, embroidery techniques, stitching techniques, satin stitch, hem stitch, cross stitch, buttonhole stitch, needle techniques Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
National Trust, Lord's Prayer, Channel Islands, Sacred Heart, Boscobel Oak, Mary Caney, Bristol Orphanage, Montacute House, Ten Commandments New!
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Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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- Divine and Moral Songs for Children (Family Titles) by Isaac Watts on page 52, page 62, and page 68
- Samplers and Tapestry Embroideries (101 Illustrations) by Marcus Bourne Huish in Front Matter, and Back Matter
- North America (Countries: Faces and Places) by Bob Temple on page 120
- The Subversive Stitch: Embroidery and the Making of the Feminine by Rozsika Parker in Back Matter
- American Samplers (Dover Books on Needlepoint Embroidery) by Ethel S. Bolton in Back Matter
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