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The churches of Britain contain a remarkable heritage of exquisitely embroidered vestments, and cathedrals in particular hold some of the most beautiful textiles ever produced in Europe. The history of these priestly garments and how their use developed in Britain and Europe is fascinating. This book outlines the tradition and mysticism associated with them and the role they still play in the theatre' of church, and shows how colour and ornament are used in the symbolism of the Christian faith. It explores the history of vestment production up to the present day, covering the practicalities of design, the sourcing of fabrics and the embroiderers themselves.

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Textiles and the Church / The Evolution of Clerical Vestments / Fabrics / Colour and Symbols in Vestments / Embroidered Decoration / The Makers / Further Reading / Places to Visit / Index

Clerical Vestments Ceremonial Dress of the Church

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      Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
      Publication Date: 6/10/2013 12:00:00 AM
      ISBN13: 9780747812210, 978-0747812210
      ISBN10: 0747812217

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      The churches of Britain contain a remarkable heritage of exquisitely embroidered vestments, and cathedrals in particular hold some of the most beautiful textiles ever produced in Europe. The history of these priestly garments and how their use developed in Britain and Europe is fascinating. This book outlines the tradition and mysticism associated with them and the role they still play in the theatre' of church, and shows how colour and ornament are used in the symbolism of the Christian faith. It explores the history of vestment production up to the present day, covering the practicalities of design, the sourcing of fabrics and the embroiderers themselves.

      Table of Contents
      Textiles and the Church / The Evolution of Clerical Vestments / Fabrics / Colour and Symbols in Vestments / Embroidered Decoration / The Makers / Further Reading / Places to Visit / Index

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