Victorian Paisley Shawls - Hardcover

Chet Gadsby

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0764315706 ISBN 13: 9780764315701

Publisher: Schiffer Publishing Ltd (US), 2002

Synopsis

This beautifully illustrated book showcases over 300 elegantly designed paisley shawls woven in the Victorian era from 1830 through the early twentieth century. Shown in rich full color are the distinctive scrolled leaf designs on shawls of various sizes and fabric types from India, Scotland, France, Ireland, England, Italy, and Holland. The book is divided into two main sections: the first devoted to very long shawls and the second devoted to square and various size shawls. All feature intricate patterns and fine workmanship; many are rare, museum quality shawls. Includes an overview of shawl types and tips for selecting, cleaning, and storing shawls. This book is an invaluable tool for identifying the origins, dates, and values of paisley shawls. A must for vintage textile buyers, sellers, and collectors.

About this title

About the Author:

Chet Gadsby has been collecting and researching paisley shawls for the past twelve years. He recently retired from a thirty-seven year career in radiology and lives in Massachusetts.

About this edition

• Publisher: Schiffer Publishing Ltd (US)
• Publication date: 2002
• ISBN 10: 0764315706
• ISBN 13: 9780764315701
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 208