- Hardcover: 192 pages
- Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd (11 Nov 1996)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0500017417
- ISBN-13: 978-0500017418
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,610,056 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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A celebration of the Provencal heritage of quilted items, from bedcovers and japons in brightly coloured floral patterns to small decorative accessories of great beauty and needle skills. The tradition began in China, crossed Persia and India to southern Europe, eventually spreading to the New World where it influenced the development of American quilt designs. This study gives Provences its rightful place in this history. It tells how this passage from east to west stopped for a time in Provence where quilting techniques flourished from the 17th century on, first in Marseilles, then through all Provence. The author shows how large commercial efforts brought about the exportation of these textiles, allowing their influence to spread outside Southern France.
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27 of 27 people found the following review helpful
Lavish Photography & Superb Scholarship
9 May 2000
Format:Hardcover
Readers will find in Kathryn Berenson's book a solid reference work on the distinctive style of Regional French quilting, both as bed dressing, and in articles of clothing. The clear, detailed photography reveals the mastery of the "whole-cloth" style of quilting, in both full-view and close-up. I was struck by the greater variety of embroidered subjects than seen in American or English quilts. I particularly enjoyed seeing so many examples of the famous (infamous?) 'chinoiserie' printed Indian cottons that were banned by the Crowns of both sides of the English Channel! Although not footnoted, the book is complete with three authentic projects to make; a useful guide to the care & feeding of the antique quilt; a short list of museums and shops in Provence; and an excellent glossary & bibliography. "Quilts of Provence" will grace a travel or history collection, or inspire and stimulate any quilter.
20 of 21 people found the following review helpful
Rich, well written book re: the art of French quilting
31 Dec 1996
Format:Hardcover
I've never read a book which does such a good job of
blending the history and flavor of a part of the world with
an art form which flourishes there. The author combines
a love for the countryside of France with deep knowledge of
quilt design and detail.
The photography and design of the book are also superb. This
book can not only be enjoyed by devotees of fine quilting
but by anyone who loves the marriage of art and craftsmanship.
blending the history and flavor of a part of the world with
an art form which flourishes there. The author combines
a love for the countryside of France with deep knowledge of
quilt design and detail.
The photography and design of the book are also superb. This
book can not only be enjoyed by devotees of fine quilting
but by anyone who loves the marriage of art and craftsmanship.
14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
A Visual Delight..and some great information
7 July 2000
Format:Hardcover
After stumbling over examples of this incredible craft in Milan, I wanted more information and certainly found it here! The text is very informative, the pictures superb with great attention paid to lighting them correctly so as to show off the intricate detail; this is a book for the reference library of the serious quilter and quilt historian, as well as delight to read for those who appreciate fine handcrafts.
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