Since it is only a fantasy, I'm left sharing a few comments about books in my library.
Many years of magazine subscriptions was the gateway to collecting books, and I used a strategy. When a book excited me, I would study the bibliography and learn what resources the author used. Then I would set out to acquire a few of those books.
Everything about finding and buying my copy of The American Quilt, by Roderick Kiracofe, 1993 is clearly recalled. It was the high point of my day and the foundation for my quilt study. The Amish quilt c. 1900 by Elizabeth Hershberger, Arthur, Illinois was completely unexpected. It was like no other Amish quilt I had seen. The American Quilt was opening a new world for me, and I found I was drawn to abstract design.
Figure 183, p. 184 The American Quilt |
26. Sawtooth, Massachusetts. ca. 1900, p. 168 Abstract Design in American Quilts: A Biography of an Exhibition |
Small Study 25, 2010 p. 66 & 67 37 Sketches |
I was also introduced to the 37 Sketches at the retreat. Here I am in front of Gwen's small studies.
Gwen will offer a guest post about 37 Sketches so please return in a few days. If you can't wait, visit Gwen here: gwenmarston.com
Gwen will offer a guest post about 37 Sketches so please return in a few days. If you can't wait, visit Gwen here: gwenmarston.com
Roderick Kiracofe has just published a new book Unconventional & Unexpected: American Quilts Below the Radar 1950-2000. Visit roderickkiracofe.com
Three of my favorites, each in its own way.
ReplyDeleteBill, Your quilt looks good on p. 169 of Unconventional & Unexpected. As you said, Kiracofe's new book is one to happily add to the library.
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