9780810945708 - Painting with a Needle: Learning the Art of Silk Embroidery with Young Yang Chung de Chung, Young Yang (8 résultats)

Etat : Acceptable. BOOK AND DUST JACKET HAVE WATER DAMAGE AND/OR LIQUID STAINING ON THEM.DUST JACKET HAS SOME TEARS THAT HAVE BEEN TAPED BUT BOOK REMAINS IN ACCEPTABLE READING CONDITION. hardcover 100% of proceeds go to charity! Acceptable reading copy with obvious signs of use, wear, and/or cosmetic issues. Item is complete and remains readable despite notable condition issues.

Hardcover. Etat : Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!

Etat : Very Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Hardcover. Etat : Very Good+. Etat de la jaquette : Very Good. DJ has small dents along front and back of gutters; Inked name of previous owner on FEP ; 10.2 X 10.2 X 0.8 inches; 176 pages.

Hardcover. Etat : Near Fine. Etat de la jaquette : Near Fine. 1st Edition. Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 4to, Hardback with Unclipped Dust Jacket. Numerous Illustrations. 176 Pages. Some Light Edge Wear to Dust Jacket. Overall A Very Good Plus Copy in likewise Dust Jacket. Heavy Book. Extra postage costs may apply to overseas orders. All books posted in sturdy book box.

Hardback. Etat : Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Hardcover. Etat : Fine. Etat de la jaquette : Fine. 1st Edition. Painting With a Needle, Learning the Art of Silk Embroidery with Young Yang Chung; Text and Drawings by Young Yang Chung, Ph.D.; Harry N. Abrams, New York, 2003. From the blurb Young Yang Chung master embroiderer, renowned scholar of East Asian textile arts, and gifted teacher here at last reveals not only the secrets of her craft and artistry, but also the colorful and vital history behind the ancient art of silk embroidery in Korea, China, and Japan. From the genesis of silk production to the elaborate symbolism behind the intricately stitched motifs to the origins of the stitches themselves. Chung provides a vivid description of the extraordinary cultures that gave birth to silk embroidery. According to Chung, it is essential to gain an understanding of the complex, centuries-old traditions that have shaped this magnificent art in order to fully appreciate the task embroiderers undertake with needle and thread. In the overview chapter, sixteen stitchery techniques are described, and each is illustrated with a diagram, and, in many cases, full-color photographs of examples culled from both past and present. 189 illustrations and diagrams, including 125 plates in full color. This square format book, 176 pages measuring 252mm X 252mm, is in fine condition in a fine dust jacket that is now enclosed in a protective mylar wrap. A fascinating, intriguing volume.

Hardcover. Etat : As New. Etat de la jaquette : Fine. 1st Edition. Publisher - Harry N. Abrams, New York, 2003. 1st ed. As new condition in fine unclipped jacket. A really beautiful book.