Weaving instruction manual, approximately 1829
Scope and Contents
This manual consists of diagrams and written instructions for setting up looms in order to weave a wide variety of patterns upon many different textiles. Many sets of instructions are accompanied by sample swatches of the finished textile. Certain headings include "Principes de fabrique d'etoffes de Soie," "Disposition d'un Taffetas raye Satin sur un peigne de 22 portees," "Maniere de travailler un taffetas pour la main," and "Maniere de compter le prix d'une etoffe."
Dates
- Creation: approximately 1829
Conditions Governing Access
Collection is open to the public. Copyright restrictions may apply.
Full Extent
1 Volumes (98 pages) : illustrations ; 41 cm
Language of Materials
French
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Purchased from Richard S. Wormser, October 1958.
Physical Description
Bound in half vellum with patterned paper pasted over entire surface of both boards so that only vellum spine is exposed. Edges of boards very badly abraded. Housed in custom box.
Language of Materials
Text entirely in French.
Repository Details
Part of the Winterthur Library Repository