An Introduction to Lace

Pond, Gabrielle

ISBN 10: 0684138301 / ISBN 13: 9780684138305

Published by Charles Scribners Sons, New York, 1973

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Bookplate on front pastedown, small chips at top of rear dust jacket.

Seller Inventory # 17045

Bibliographic Details

• Title: An Introduction to Lace
• Publisher: Charles Scribners Sons, New York
• Publication Date: 1973
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0684138301
• ISBN 13: 9780684138305
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Very Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: Good to Very Good

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Synopsis

Contains a glossary of terms. Illustrated by way of: Black & White Photographs; Black & White Drawings; From the cover: Lace-making is a very ancient craft network of a kind has been discovered in the tombs of Egyptian kings yet only in the last few years has its value as a beautiful and collectable antique become widely recognised. Gabrielle Pond writes from years of experience in collecting and studying lace of all kinds; this comprehensive introductory book is the essence of her knowledge and contains everything a beginner needs to know, including where to go to see some of the finest collections in the country. The book clearly describes and illustrates the first steps in appreciating lace and explains how to date, value and conserve it; the excellent photographs show the fragile beauty of handmade lace. An Introduction To Lace has been specially written not only for collectors but also for those interested in the fascinating history of lace-making and the wide variety of design throughout the countries where it has been, and still is being, created.