English Embroidered Bookbindings

Name: English Embroidered Bookbindings
Author: Cyril Davenport

By Cyril Davenport

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This study surveys the English art of needlework used to cover books, defining embroidered bindings, cataloguing examples, and classifying styles by support—canvas, velvet, satin—and by stitches such as chain, split, tapestry, and satin stitch. It provides illustrated plates and descriptive chapters with individual specimens, discusses chronological development, typical sizes and designs, and practical questions of rebinding, repair, and transference between volumes. The tone is descriptive and curatorial, combining technical observations on materials and techniques with a systematic catalogue of surviving examples.

About the Author

Cyril Davenport

Cyril Davenport was a prominent English bibliophile and book historian, known for his extensive research and writings on the history of bookbinding and printing. His notable works include "English Embroidered Bookbindings," which explores the intricate art of decorative book covers, and "The Book: Its History and Development," a comprehensive examination of the evolution of books through the ages. Davenport's contributions to the field of book arts have made him a significant figure in the study of bibliophilia, particularly in the context of English heritage. His scholarship provides valuable insights into the craftsmanship and cultural significance of books.