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Whitework generally refers to any type of [[embroidery]] made using white thread and white ground materials. Particularly fine examples are found in German lands in the 13th and 14th centuries |
'''Whitework''' generally refers to any type of [[embroidery]] made using white thread and white ground materials. Particularly fine examples are found in [[Germany|German]] lands in the [[13th century|13th]] and [[14th century|14th centuries]]. |
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=== Materials Used === |
=== Materials Used === |
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=== Design === |
=== Design === |
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Whitework was a popular form for making altar cloths for [[Lent]]. As such, they often include religious themes. But other surviving examples include [[secular]] figurative and fauna patterns. |
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=== Extant Pieces === |
=== Extant Pieces === |
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* Whitework - http://www.bayrose.org/wkneedle/Articles/Whitework.html |
* Whitework - http://www.bayrose.org/wkneedle/Articles/Whitework.html |
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Latest revision as of 13:25, 12 August 2004
Background
Whitework generally refers to any type of embroidery made using white thread and white ground materials. Particularly fine examples are found in German lands in the 13th and 14th centuries.
Materials Used
Stitches and Techniques
Design
Whitework was a popular form for making altar cloths for Lent. As such, they often include religious themes. But other surviving examples include secular figurative and fauna patterns.
Extant Pieces
- 14th C Whitework Altar Cloth - http://www.metmuseum.org/toah/hd/mona/hob_29.87.htm
- Henicus Secundus Panel - http://www.bayrose.org/wkneedle/Articles/Henry_Secundus.html
