Period Needlepoint for Antique Furniture

Period Needlepoint for Antique Furniture by Madeleine Jarry & Maryvonne Dobry

A fascinating yet practical book for both needlepointers and for lovers of antiques. With an historical introduction and lavishly illustrated, it provides French needlepoint patterns - including some from museum pieces - from the greatest periods of French interior design ranging from Louis XIII in the early seventeenth century to Napoleon III (1870). Included are designs for upholstery for chairs, armchairs, seat cushions, pillows and needlepoint period borders for various decorative purposes.

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