02572cam a22003613u 4500 60790 UtSlPG 20260610134412.0 m cr n 260607r2019||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 22007011 UtSlPG en iso639-1 NK Calvert, Albert Frederick, 1872-1946 The Spanish Royal Tapestries Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2019 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier The Spanish series Release date is 2019-11-26 History of the art of tapestry weaving -- The foundation of the Spanish royal collection -- The Gothic tapestries -- Tapestries of the Gothic-Renaissance transition -- Renaissance tapestries. Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) "The Spanish Royal Tapestries" by Albert Frederick Calvert is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the fascinating art of tapestry weaving in Spain, specifically focusing on the royal collections that have accumulated over centuries. It explores the origins, influences, and significant pieces within Spain’s tapestry heritage, alongside a detailed discussion of the notable artisans and the cultural context that shaped this art form. The opening of the book sets the stage for an extensive examination of tapestry weaving, describing its historical significance and evolution, particularly in relation to Spanish royal collections. Calvert provides insight into the intricate techniques of tapestry production, the various methods employed by artisans, and the artistic influences throughout the textile's history. He also introduces key figures and events tied to the tapestries, noting the royal patronage that helped preserve and enrich the craft in Spain. Overall, this portion establishes a scholarly framework for understanding the importance of these tapestries both as artworks and as historical artifacts. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Tapestry -- Spain -- Madrid Tapestry -- Spain -- History The Spanish series https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/60790 101616 101616