02269cam a22003253u 4500 17585 UtSlPG 20260610133418.0 m cr n 260607r2006||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 Z Davenport, Cyril, 1848-1941 English Embroidered Bookbindings Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2006 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2006-01-23 Produced by K.D. Thornton, Bruce Albrecht, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) "English Embroidered Bookbindings" by Cyril Davenport is a detailed study of the art of embroidered book covers, written in the late 19th century. This work mainly focuses on the unique characteristics and historical significance of English bookbindings that feature needlework, illuminating how these covers reflect the artistic craftsmanship of their time. The opening of the book introduces the theme by emphasizing the previously overlooked nature of embroidered bindings in the larger discourse of bookbinding and decorative arts. Davenport reflects on how, despite their prevalence in England, these embroidered books have not been given thorough examination as a distinct subject. He notes the variety of designs found on embroidered bindings and the specific materials used, setting the stage to explore the artform that has a rich history and unique significance, particularly in the context of English craftsmanship. The text suggests a comprehensive classification of these bindings, highlighting their cultural and artistic dimensions. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Bookbinding -- England Embroidered bindings (Bookbinding) Pollard, Alfred W. (Alfred William), 1859-1944 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/17585 58971 58971