The dictionary of needlework : an encyclopaedia of artistic, plain, and fancy needleworks [...] / by S.F.A. Caulfeild ; Church embroidery, lace, and ornamental needlework, by Blanche C. Saward - in 2 volumes
by Caulfeild, Sophia Frances Anne (1824-1911)
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London : L. Upcott Gill, 1882. Second Edition. Hardcover. Very good copies in contemporary gilt-blocked calf over marble boards. Spine bands worn and panel edges somewhat rubbed and dust-toned as with age. Remains quite well-preserved overall: tight, bright, clean and strong. Physical description; 535 p., 159, [38] leaves of plates, vii p. : ill. (some col.) ; 28 cm. Subject; Needlework � Dictionaries.
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- Title
- The dictionary of needlework : an encyclopaedia of artistic, plain, and fancy needleworks [...] / by S.F.A. Caulfeild ; Church embroidery, lace, and ornamental needlework, by Blanche C. Saward - in 2 volumes
- Author
- Caulfeild, Sophia Frances Anne (1824-1911)
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- Used
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- 1
- Edition
- Second Edition
- Publisher
- London : L. Upcott Gill
- Date Published
- 1882
- Note
- May be a multi-volume set and require additional postage.
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