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Author:   Sheila Paine
Publisher:   Thames & Hudson Ltd
Imprint:   Thames & Hudson Ltd
Dimensions:   Width: 24.00cm , Height: 1.90cm , Length: 28.00cm
Weight:   1.310kg
ISBN:  

9780500288580

ISBN 10:   0500288585
Pages:   240
Publication Date:   27 September 2010
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Out of Print
Availability:   Awaiting stock  

Table of Contents

Introduction: Techniques and Traditions • 1. Guide to Identification: The Far East • The Indian Subcontinent • Central Asia • The Middle East • West, Central and East Africa • North Africa • Southeast Europe • Eastern Europe • The Baltic States • Scandinavia • Central Europe Western Europe • North America • Central America • South America 2. The Decorative Power of Cult: The Great Goddess • The Tree of Life • The Hunt • The Sun • 3. Religion and Its Patterns • Taoism • Buddhism • Hinduism • Islam • Zoroastrianism • Christianity • 4. The Magical Source of Protection: The Magic of Embroidery • Protective Embroidery Supplementary Embroidery • Patterns • Materials • The Power of Red High Days and Holy Places • Transitional Embroidery

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'For lovers of embroidery, collectors of stitch, and even artists working in the medium, this study of pattern will provide rich pickings as it explores the symbolism of magic, myth, religion, rites and rituals that intertwine with the meaning of embroidery' - Embroidery

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Sheila Paine is a world expert on textiles and tribal societies. Her previous books include Amulets:AWorld of Secret Powers and Charming.

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