Americas Quilts and Coverlets

Americas Quilts and Coverlets published by Bonanza Books, New York, NY, 1985. Republication 2nd Printing. Hardbound in Glassine Protected DJ. Size 4to (up to 12'' tall). Condition: Nr Fine in Good DJ. 314 Pgs. ISBN 0517143917. LCCN 85-5758. By Carleton L Safford and Robert Bishop. A survey of the great variety and design of bedcovering created by past generations of Americans. Beginning with the 17thh century and continuing to the present, the 1223 color plates and 472 black & white photos showcase outstanding examples of design and workmanship from both private and public collections. Accompanying the pictures is a non-technical, easy-to-read account of the development of styles, materials, and needlework. Description text copyright 2015 BooksForComfort. Item ID 30709.