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This book transports readers on a journey through the evolution of needlework in America, from humble beginnings in the hands of Puritan mothers to its emergence as an intricate art form. Beginning with the functional necessity of garments in the colonial era, the author traces the development of crewelwork, samplers, and quilts, exploring their historical and cultural significance. She also delves into the influence of the Moravian community on American needlework and the subsequent rise of French and Berlin wool embroidery. The author highlights the role of the Society of Decorative Art in fostering the revival of needlework and the creation of tapestry as an American art form, showcasing the work of renowned artists such as Dora Wheeler. Throughout the book, themes of domesticity, artistry, and the transmission of skills across generations are woven together. The insights presented in this book celebrate the transformative power of needlework, not only as a craft but as a reflection of the lives, aspirations, and creativity of women throughout American history.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book transports readers on a journey through the evolution of needlework in America, from humble beginnings in the hands of Puritan mothers to its emergence as an intricate art form. Beginning with the functional necessity of garments in the colonial era, the author traces the development of crewelwork, samplers, and quilts, exploring their historical and cultural significance. She also delves into the influence of the Moravian community on American needlework and the subsequent rise of French and Berlin wool embroidery. The author highlights the role of the Society of Decorative Art in fostering the revival of needlework and the creation of tapestry as an American art form, showcasing the work of renowned artists such as Dora Wheeler. Throughout the book, themes of domesticity, artistry, and the transmission of skills across generations are woven together. The insights presented in this book celebrate the transformative power of needlework, not only as a craft but as a reflection of the lives, aspirations, and creativity of women throughout American history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780282214883_0
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