Designing Ecclesiastical Stitched Textiles

Tunbridge Wells: Burns & Oates / Search Press. Very Good/Very Good. 1993. First Edition. Hard Cover. 4to 0855327529 Dust jacket complete. Green cloth covered boards with bright gilt titling on spine. No ownership inscription. Numerous Colour Photographs / Illustrations. 95 pages clean and tight. Beryl Dean is the leading exponent of modern ecclesiastical stitched textiles, and is the author of many books on the subject. She has now compiled this major source book, which focuses closely on every element of ecclesiastical design and reproduces many illustrations of both her own supremely artistic work and that of other world-renowned designers. With the help of over 120 full-colour illustrations, many drawings, and clear text, Beryl Dean provides a wealth of information, from considerations of historical background, general design, and the use of colour, signs and symbols, to the specific subjects of liturgical vestments and furnishings. Every aspect is covered, from the humble kneeler and alms-bag to altar linen, frontals, falls and banners, and magnificent vestments. All the examples shown are currently in use in churches and cathedrals worldwide. This truly comprehensive study will provide a treasury of information, inspiration and ideas for all those who are interested in a modern approach to designing ecclesiastical stitched textiles. Beryl Dean, the leading exponent of modem ecclesiastical stitched textiles, has now compiled an illustrated study for those wishing to know more about all elements of Church embroidery and design. Combining full colour photographs both of her own superb work and that of over sixty of the world's leading designers, she covers every aspect of ecclesiastical design: from considerations of historical background, general design, and the use of colour, signs and symbols, to the specific subjects of liturgical vestments and furnishings. With over 120 colourful examples, ranging from humble kneelers, frontals, falls and banners, to magnificent vestments and church furnishings, many of which are illustrated in situ, this book will provide a treasury of information, inspiration and ideas. .