Needlepoint: The Art Of Canvas Embroidery
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear with damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing
For centuries, needlepoint has stood as one of the most enduring and expressive of the textile arts, transforming humble canvas and thread into works of breathtaking intricacy and beauty. Needlepoint: The Art of Canvas Embroidery by Mary Rhodes is the definitive guide to this rich craft tradition, presenting a comprehensive and authoritative survey of canvas embroidery techniques for both the aspiring novice and the seasoned stitcher. Rhodes instructs with clarity and passion, detailing a vast repertoire of stitches, from the foundational tent stitch to the most elaborate and ornamental patterns, all illustrated with precision and care. The book also presents an inspiring gallery of finished work, demonstrating the extraordinary range of effects achievable on canvas. Beyond its practical instruction, this volume situates needlepoint within its broader historical and artistic context, tracing the craft's lineage through European decorative traditions and arguing for its recognition as a legitimate fine art form. Rhodes's authoritative voice and meticulous attention to both technical detail and aesthetic principle make this an indispensable resource for anyone serious about the craft. With its wealth of patterns, colour guidance, and design philosophy, this is a work that rewards repeated consultation — a testament to the timeless allure of needle and thread.
Author: Mary Rhodes
Format: Hardback
Genre: Antiques & collectibles
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear with damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing
For centuries, needlepoint has stood as one of the most enduring and expressive of the textile arts, transforming humble canvas and thread into works of breathtaking intricacy and beauty. Needlepoint: The Art of Canvas Embroidery by Mary Rhodes is the definitive guide to this rich craft tradition, presenting a comprehensive and authoritative survey of canvas embroidery techniques for both the aspiring novice and the seasoned stitcher. Rhodes instructs with clarity and passion, detailing a vast repertoire of stitches, from the foundational tent stitch to the most elaborate and ornamental patterns, all illustrated with precision and care. The book also presents an inspiring gallery of finished work, demonstrating the extraordinary range of effects achievable on canvas. Beyond its practical instruction, this volume situates needlepoint within its broader historical and artistic context, tracing the craft's lineage through European decorative traditions and arguing for its recognition as a legitimate fine art form. Rhodes's authoritative voice and meticulous attention to both technical detail and aesthetic principle make this an indispensable resource for anyone serious about the craft. With its wealth of patterns, colour guidance, and design philosophy, this is a work that rewards repeated consultation — a testament to the timeless allure of needle and thread.