Antique Needlework Encyclopaedia, English, Embroidery, Pattern Guide, Circa 1900
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This is a small antique needlework encyclopaedia. An English language, embroidery technique and pattern guide, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.
Beginning in the Alsace region in the 18th century, Dollfus-Mieg et Compagnie (DMC) is a long-established French textile company headquartered in the town of Mulhouse. This guide authored by Thérèse De Dillmont (1846 - 1890) an Austrian writer and needleworker. Enterprising and experienced in the field of embroidery, De Dillmont had shops across Europe and is considered a pioneer of international hobbyist needlework.
- Superb guide, in a delightfully compact form
- Bound in green cotton with contrasting black titling
- Translated from the original French across 850+ pages
- Illustrated with monochrome engravings throughout
- Accentuated with several full colour illustrative plates
This is a fascinating antique needlework encyclopaedia, translated to English and illustrated with fine detail. Delivered ready to enjoy.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 10cm (4'')
Max Depth: 4cm (1.5'')
Max Height: 14cm (5.5'')
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