American Quilt Collections: Antique Quilt Masterpieces
Tokyo, Japan: Nihon Vogue, 1997. Hardbound. Blue glossy boards, gold & color illustrated dust jacket. 179 pp. Profusely illustrated with large color plates. VG (Page edges are tanning lightly; otherwise crisp and clean.). Item #101798
ISBN: 4529027694
An in-depth and superbly illustrated history of quilt collecting in America, with the emphasis on the later part of the 20th century, with the discovery and resurgence of interest in quilts and their inherent art forms. "Introduces many of the great public and private collections across the United States. The imporatnce of the collection, its history and thoughts about its future are included in each two-page spread. Also featured is a stunning example of an antique quilt masterpiece from the collection." (dj) Uncommon.
Price: $29.97