Lace from the Victoria & Albert Museum
A beautifully presented magnificent book which surveys the extensive collection of lace held by the Victoria & Albert Museum in London,, covering many techniques from over 300 years of history.
The author, a curator in the V&A's Department of Furniture, Textiles and Fashion, begins with a section on the history of from its origins in the 18th Century until recent times.
Then follows the main section - some 125 pages - which presents 100 splendid images of lace from the museum's collection. Details of each are given;
This book is a feast for the eye and a must for any serious collector of lace or lace historian - and, indeed, is of interest to lacemakers in general.
In excellent, essentially new condition throughout
Large format (approx 310mm x 250mm - 12in x 10in), 144 pages. Hardback
Published by the V&A Publications, 2004
ISBN 1-85177-418-1