The Spanish Royal Tapestries by Albert Frederick Calvert
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"The Spanish Royal Tapestries" by Albert Frederick Calvert is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the fascinating art of tapestry weaving in Spain, specifically focusing on the royal collections that have accumulated over centuries. It explores the origins, influences, and significant pieces within Spain’s tapestry heritage, alongside a detailed discussion of the notable artisans and the cultural context that shaped this art form. The opening
of the book sets the stage for an extensive examination of tapestry weaving, describing its historical significance and evolution, particularly in relation to Spanish royal collections. Calvert provides insight into the intricate techniques of tapestry production, the various methods employed by artisans, and the artistic influences throughout the textile's history. He also introduces key figures and events tied to the tapestries, noting the royal patronage that helped preserve and enrich the craft in Spain. Overall, this portion establishes a scholarly framework for understanding the importance of these tapestries both as artworks and as historical artifacts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Calvert, Albert Frederick, 1872-1946 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 22007011 |
| Title | The Spanish Royal Tapestries |
| Series Title | The Spanish series |
| Contents | History of the art of tapestry weaving -- The foundation of the Spanish royal collection -- The Gothic tapestries -- Tapestries of the Gothic-Renaissance transition -- Renaissance tapestries. |
| Credits |
Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 63.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | NK: Fine Arts: Decorative and Applied Arts, Decoration and Ornament |
| Subject | Tapestry -- Spain -- Madrid |
| Subject | Tapestry -- Spain -- History |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 60790 |
| Release Date | Nov 26, 2019 |
| Last Update | Oct 17, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 479 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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