Volume IV - 1950

Author Category Volume Page Year Language Bellinger L. PAPERS AND STUDIES 4 264 - 267 1950 Greek Title Cretan embroidery in the collection of the Textile Museum, Washington Summary PDF A presentation of four Cretan embroideries of the 17th and early 18th century, forming part of the collection of Greek woven fabrics and embroideries in the Textile Museum in Washington. In both pattern and technique, these embroideries follow a particular local tradition, which combines indigenous elements with influences mainly from the Italian peninsula and the Ottoman Empire. The compositions are notable for their variety of stitches and colours. Another characteristic feature is the use of two types of thread, linen and cotton. The subjects chosen and their methods of execution are spontaneous expressions of folk traditions, beliefs, tales, hopes and fears, and also representative examples of Cretan culture.