Needlework Books
Antique Needlework Encyclopaedia, English, Embroidery, Pattern Guide, Circa 1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small antique needlework encyclopaedia. An English language, embroidery technique and
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Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Books
Materials
Paper
H 5.52 in W 3.94 in D 1.58 in
Girlhood Embroidery, American Samplers and Pictorial Needlework, 1650-1850
By Betty Ring
Located in valatie, NY
Girlhood embroidery, American samplers and pictorial needlework 1650-1850 by Betty Ring. New York
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20th Century American Books
Materials
Paper
Parke-Bernet Galleries: the Walter Chrysler Jr. Collection of English Furniture
Located in valatie, NY
paintings, Chelsea, Worcester and other porcelains, Aubusson and needlework carpets, table glass, porcelains
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20th Century American Books
Materials
Paper
H 11 in W 7.75 in D 0.75 in
Complete Book of Traditional Fair Isle Knitting by McGregor, Sheila, 1982
Located in North Hollywood, CA
, Needlecrafts, Needlework, Stitchery, Fabric Art, Fabrics, Textile Art, Textiles.
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20th Century English Folk Art Books
Materials
Paper
Complete Book of Traditional Fair Isle Knitting by McGregor, Sheila 1982
Located in North Hollywood, CA
, Needlecrafts, Needlework, Stitchery, Fabric Art, Fabrics, Textile Art, Textiles;
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20th Century English Folk Art Books
Materials
Paper
Women And Art Contested Territory by Judy Chicago 1st Ed 1999 Hardcover Book
Located in North Hollywood, CA
, Asia, Australia, and New Zealand. In addition, a number of the books she has authored have been
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Late 20th Century American Art Deco Books
Materials
Paper
H 11.25 in W 9.25 in D 1 in
Decorating with Carpets A Fine Foundation Book by Heather MacIsaac
Located in New York, NY
Petit and Gros Point, Portuguese and Greek needlework, Axminster, Wilton, flatweave, hand-carved) and
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21st Century and Contemporary Books
Materials
Paper
Vintage Handmade Ussr Broderie: Delicate Star Design for Vase Decoration 1j39
Located in Bordeaux, FR
needlework history.
The intricate details and fine stitches of this broderie exemplify the skill and
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Vintage 1960s Books
Materials
Cotton
Treasures from the Kremlin, An Exhibition from State Museums of Moscow 1st Ed
Located in valatie, NY
, and incomparable Russian needlework are preserved in the seven museums and churches that comprise the
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Vintage 1970s American Books
Materials
Paper
H 9.75 in W 8.75 in D 1 in
Mrs. Delany and Her Flower Collages Hardcover Book by Ruth Hayden 1992
Located in North Hollywood, CA
developed the fashionable skills of shell decoration, cutting silhouettes and needlework while helping her
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1990s British Victorian Books
Materials
Paper
Yacht Vase Handcrafted Crochet Knit Blanket Wall Hanging Throw
By Paris Essex
Located in London, GB
crochet techniques from 1970s craft books have been combined with recognisable 1980s domestic knitting
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2010s English Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Textile, Wool, Thread, Yarn
"Flower Face" Handcrafted Knit/Crochet Multicolored Vase Bouquet Wallhanging
By Paris Essex
Located in London, GB
joyful and exuberant woolly pieces. Scaled-up crochet techniques from 1970s craft books have been
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Textile, Wool, Thread, Yarn
H 44.49 in W 40.95 in D 0.79 in
An English Regency period penwork occasional table
Located in Lymington, GB
-eighteenth and early-nineteenth centuries, and practised mostly by amateurs along with japanning, needlework
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Antique 19th Century English Regency Tables
Materials
Serpentine
HONOR AN OFFER
By Richard Saja
Located in New York, NY
studies to the great books of Western Civilization at St Johns College in Santa Fe, NM and received a BA
Category
2010s Contemporary More Art
Materials
Linen, Thread
Antique Handwoven Persian Area Rug Kerman Design
Located in Dallas, TX
definitely one for the books. The outstanding craftsmanship it exudes has earned the appreciation of
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Mid-20th Century Persian Other Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Handmade Persian Rug Kerman Design
Located in Dallas, TX
definitely one for the books. The outstanding craftsmanship it exudes has earned the appreciation of
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Mid-20th Century Persian Other Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Holocaust Remembrance Logo Pin and Pendant
By Judy Chicago
Located in New York, NY
community. Additionally, many of her books have been published in other countries, making her work more
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1990s Abstract Geometric Mixed Media
Materials
Metal, Enamel
'Old, ' original signed print by Judy Chicago from Madison Print Club
By Judy Chicago
Located in Milwaukee, WI
as well as in Canada, Europe, Asia, Australia, and New Zealand. In addition, a number of the books
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Prints
Materials
Mulberry Paper, Etching, Lithograph
Italian Wool Felt Handmade Futurist Fortunato Depero Art Tapestry Wall Hanging
By Ivana Gaifas
Located in Surfside, FL
, needlework, tapestry, patchwork, and cloth mosaic – and the persistent relegation of textiles to the realm of
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20th Century Futurist More Art
Materials
Wool, Felt, Thread
Italian Wool Felt Handmade Futurist Fortunato Depero Art Tapestry Wall Hanging
By Ivana Gaifas
Located in Surfside, FL
, needlework, tapestry, patchwork, and cloth mosaic – and the persistent relegation of textiles to the realm of
Category
20th Century Futurist More Art
Materials
Wool, Felt, Thread
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6.7x8.7 Ft Hand Embroidered Silk Wall Hanging, Red Bedspread, Suzani Tablecloth
Located in Philadelphia, PA
In the most technical sense of the word, "Suzani," in Central Asia and Iran, means needle and is used to describe this type of needlework, but to most people, such as decorators or c...
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Late 20th Century Uzbek Suzani Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Silk
No Reserve
H 103.55 in W 80.32 in D 0.04 in
18th Century Needlework Picture
Located in London, GB
A charming petit-point needlework picture of floral design, in its original convex moulding frame.
English, late 18th century.
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Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Tapestries
Materials
Wool
Art Deco Turquoise Guilloche and Sterling Chatelaine Tiny Ring Compact
Located in Topeka, KS
Art Deco turquoise guilloche and sterling chatelaine tiny ring compact with hand-painted flower design.
Perfect for primping! This somewhat ball-shaped guilloche enamel and sterli...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Enamel, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Bedroom Set: Armoire, Bed and Mirror - France, 1920s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Lovely and lively exotic bedroom set comprised of one three-door wardrobe, a double bed and a large mirror.
The set is lacquered in red and black with gilt and silvered decor repr...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Bedroom Sets
Christopher Dresser "Studies in Design"
By Christopher Dresser
Located in Sharon, CT
This is the original and complete edition of the Classic. Contains all 60 plates.
Category
Antique 1870s English Aesthetic Movement Books
Materials
Paper
Frank Lloyd Wright for Schumacher, Imperial Peacock, Tokyo, Textile Tapestry
By Frank Lloyd Wright, Schumacher
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Frank Lloyd Wright for Schumacher Tokyo Imperial Hotel Geometric Textile Frank Lloyd Wright for Schumacher Imperial Peacock Textile. 54" x 80".
Wright originally designed this patte...
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Mid-20th Century American Prairie School Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton, Linen
19th Century, French Yellow Glazed Earthenware Water Jug
Located in Buisson, FR
Great authentic and rare piece of pottery from the Provence. Beautiful weathered and an amazing color. Imperfections help authenticate this water cruche as it was an utilitarian type...
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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Pottery
Materials
Earthenware
Armchair Thonet A 967F
By Thonet
Located in Praha, CZ
In beautiful condition, perfectly cleaned and polished with shellac. Solid and compact. New plywood seat with floral decor installed.
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Sunset Over the Field, Original Oil Painting by Swedish Artist Elias Erdtman
By Elias Erdtman
Located in Stockholm, SE
This painting called "Sunset over the Field" by Elias Erdtman captures the serene beauty of lonely tree standing proudly in the foreground against a backdrop of a lush green meadow, ...
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1920s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Board
19th Century Wooden Bible Box "Forget Me Not" with Secret Concealed Compartment
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
19th Century wooden Bible box "Forget Me Not" with secret concealed compartment
The four words in the corners are quite cute and charming:
Danish: "FOR - GLEM - MIG - EJ"
= Eng : "FO...
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Antique 19th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Materials
Wood
No Reserve
H 9.7 in W 7.75 in D 2.8 in
George IV English Embroidered Needlework Tapestry Sampler by Elizabeth Castle
Located in Cheshire, GB
George IV English embroidered needlework tapestry sampler picture by Elizabeth Castle dated 1829 in walnut frame.
Dimensions:
Height 20 inches.
Width 16.5 inches.
Depth 1...
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Antique Early 19th Century English George IV More Folk Art
Materials
Tapestry
H 20 in W 16.5 in D 1 in
Fine Brass Empire Sac a Pearl Chandelier Crystal Lustre Basket Lamp Antique
Located in Berlin, DE
Introducing our exquisite antique chandelier - a masterpiece of elegance and style that will seamlessly complement any room with a touch of timeless beauty. With its stunning details...
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Vintage 1920s Italian Empire Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass, Wire
Single Antique Silk Embroidery Suzani Pillow
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Single pillow made of antique hand silk embroidery Suzani textile, beautiful vine and flowers motifs. Fresh quality insert, silk backing. Some missing embroidery due to age and oxidi...
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Antique Early 1900s Uzbek Pillows and Throws
Materials
Cotton, Linen, Silk
Tiffany & Co 14kt Gold and Sterling Silver Compact / Vanity Box
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Braintree, GB
Tiffany & Co 14kt gold and sterling silver compact / vanity box.
Maker: Tiffany & Co
Made in United States, early 20th century.
Hallmarked 925 Silver 14KT Gold
Patent NrL 1826.722
Fu...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Sterling Silver
Materials
Gold, Silver
Antique American "Bausch & Lomb" Compound Monocular Microscope, Circa 1890-1910.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique American "Bausch & Lomb" Microscope in Compound Monocular Design, Circa 1890-1910.
Rochester, NY
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Antique Late 19th Century American Scientific Instruments
Materials
Brass
H 12.5 in W 4.25 in D 5.75 in
French Folk Art, First Edition
By Jean Cuisenier
Located in valatie, NY
French Folk Art by Jean Cuisenier. New York: Kodansha International Ltd., 1977. Stated First English edition hardcover with dust jacket. 310 pp. A large reference book on French folk...
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20th Century American Books
Materials
Paper
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A Fine Quality Extremely Rare Silver-Gilt Book Form Novelty Needlebook c.1835
Located in London, GB
Summers are also known to have made boxes in the form of books.
English, c.1835.
Dimensions
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Antique 19th Century English Sterling Silver
Materials
Vermeil, Silver
H 0.28 in W 1.58 in D 2.41 in
Pair of George II Burr Walnut Side Chairs
By Giles Grendey
Located in London, Middlesex
seats, upholstered in floral needlework. The restrained carving of these chairs dates them to circa 1720
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Antique Early 18th Century English George II Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Victorian Burr Walnut and Inlaid Music Canterbury Magazine Rack 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a gorgeous antique Victorian burr walnut, marquetry and needlework Canterbury circa 1870 in
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Antique 1870s English Victorian Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Walnut
H 22.05 in W 18.51 in D 16.54 in
19th Century George IV English Burr Walnut Armchair “Shepherds Crooks” Made by G
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Bjuråker, SE
.
The Cartouche-shaped back veneered in figured burr walnut, the silk needlework upholstery (from a
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Antique Mid-19th Century British George IV Side Chairs
Materials
Silk, Walnut
H 36 in W 24 in D 21 in
Framed Antique Chinese Embroidery Panel Qing Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
carved display stand, a small vase with flowers, a cloth bundle with a stack of books, a long ceremonial
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Textiles
Materials
Silk, Wood
Settee, Sofa, Double-Chair Back, Brussels Tapestry, X-Stretcher, Walnut, 1700
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
, needlework or embroidered upholstery, most dating from the early 18th century.
- The framework of the
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Antique Early 1700s English Baroque Settees
Materials
Walnut
H 49.22 in W 49.22 in D 24.02 in
Girlhood Embroidery, American Samplers and Pictorial Needlework, 1650-1850
By Betty Ring
Located in valatie, NY
Girlhood embroidery, American samplers and pictorial needlework 1650-1850 by Betty Ring. New York
Category
20th Century American Books
Materials
Paper
Christie's: Property from the Estate of Marie Creem, October 1996
Located in valatie, NY
including: English ceramics, silver, brass, needlework, early American furniture, and more. With results
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1990s American Books
Materials
Paper
"English Furniture From Gothic to Sheraton" Book by Herbert Cescinsky
By Herbert Cescinsky
Located in valatie, NY
settings, chairs, benches, lacquer work, chests, beds, mirrors, needlework, and much more. The book is
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20th Century American Books
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Paper
Fine Pair of George I Needlework Panels, circa 1730
Located in Hudson, NY
This lovely pair of needlework panels represent a women's labor and command at home decor which
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier British George I Tapestries
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Cotton, Wool
Vase Tricolore
By Paris Essex
Located in London, GB
. Scaled-up crochet techniques from 1970s craft books have been combined with recognisable 1980s domestic
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Contemporary Art
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Textile, Wool, Thread, Yarn
Louis Gartner Petit Point Needlework Tapestry after Paul Cadmus THE INVENTOR
By (after) Paul Cadmus
Located in Surfside, FL
painting titled The Inventor, the needlework completely done in very fine petit point stitchery, with gray
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1960s American Modern More Art
Materials
Wool
Victorian Wicker Open Sewing Stand with Work Basket below
Located in Miami Beach, FL
hold books, magazines or your current needlework project.
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Industrial and Work Tables
Materials
Wicker
Forest Creatures Based on Crewel Needlework Kit by Erica Wilson
Located in Baltimore, MD
Television programs, wrote several books, and ran a successful store, Erica Wilson Needleworks, in NYC. She
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art
Materials
Wool
American Silk Embroidery of a Basket of Flowers, circa 1835
Located in Philadelphia, PA
blossom. The needleworker may have been aware of this, as articles and books on the subject were widely
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Antique 19th Century American Decorative Art
Lord Monson's, Wanstead House Chairs a Pair of George I Carved & Gilded Armchair
By James Moore
Located in London, GB
in their original blue and red wool and silk needlework. The pronounced scrolled arms above acanthus
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Antique Early 17th Century English George I Armchairs
Materials
Tapestry, Giltwood
H 40.95 in W 32.09 in L 40.95 in
17th Century Carved Dutch Armorial Panel, Estate of Late Dr Yvonne Hackenbroch
Located in Heathfield, East Sussex
world. She wrote numerous articles and books notably on Renaissance jewellery. Her expertise also
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Antique 17th Century Dutch Baroque Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Walnut
H 24 in W 20 in D 2 in
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Needlework Books For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of needlework books is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique needlework books was constructed with extraordinary care, often using paper, fabric and wool. Needlework books have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of needlework books to choose from, but at 1stDibs, folk art, Regency and Victorian needlework books are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made needlework books over the years, but those made by Betty Ring are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Needlework Books?
Prices for needlework books can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, needlework books begin at $39 and can go as high as $24,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,600.
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