Clare Browne English Medieval Embroidery

Further Details Title: English Medieval Embroidery Condition: New Subtitle: Opus Anglicanum Author: Clare Browne Contributor: Clare Browne (Edited by), Glyn Davies (Edited by), M. A. Michael (Edited by), Michaela Zoschg (Contributions by) Format: Paperback ISBN-10: 0300259980 EAN: 9780300259988 ISBN: 9780300259988 Publisher: Yale University Press Genre: Arts & Photography Topic: Architecture & Antiques, Fashion & Design, History Release Date: 24/08/2021 Release Year: 2021 Description: An introduction to the design, production and use of luxury embroideries in medieval England (c. 1200–1530) In medieval Europe, embroidered textiles were indispensable symbols of wealth and power. Owing to their quality, complexity and magnificence, English embroideries enjoyed international demand and can be traced in Continental sources as opus anglicanum (English work). Essays by leading experts explore the embroideries’ artistic and social context, while catalogue entries examine individual masterpieces. Medieval embroiderers lived in a tightly knit community in London, and many were women who can be identified by name. Comparisons between their work and contemporary painting challenge modern assumptions about the hierarchy of artistic media. Contributors consider an outstanding range of examples, highlighting their craftsmanship and exploring the world in which they were created. Published in association with the Victoria and Albert Museum Number of Pages: 324 Country/Region of Manufacture: US Item Height: 279mm Item Length: 229mm Language: English Missing Information? Please contact us if any details are missing and where possible we will add the information to our listing.

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