Mosaic Masterpieces in Needlework motifs from Holy Land

Mosaic Masterpieces in Needlework and Handicraft based on motifs from The Holy Land

Ann Roth

copyright 1975, Charles Scribner's Sons, NY

This book offers a dozen patterns adapted from ancient mosaics found in synagouges and churches and other public buildings in the Holy Land.

They can be used in many ways but, since the originals are floor decorations, they are particuarly appropriate for rugs.

Cross-stitch is the prevailing technique, with an occasional use of straight stitch. The background can be any even weave material including canvas. The designs have a charming naivete; the colours are as fresh and bright as when the mosaics were put together. General instructions and a colour chart are included.

Contents:-

Introduction

Birds on Lotus Flowers

Ark of the Law

Zodiac

Duck

Tree with Gazelles

Black Man Leading Animal

Seven-branched Menorah

Leopard

Pelican

Geometric Patterns

Decorative Borders

Interior with Samples

General Instructions

Colour Chart

Smyrna Technique

Kelim Technique

Cross-stitch Technique

Mosaic Technique

Patterns

Each patterns has a photograph of the original embroidery and its location as well as a photograph of the finished adapted embroidery.

Tall hardcover, 650 gms, 63 pages.

Condition: dj is worn and curling around the edges, shelfwear on base of hardcover, pages are very good, binding is very good.

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