Vintage Textured Barkcloth

by Margaret Meier

Overview

Barkcloth was the textile of choice for window treatments, upholstery, and other household textiles of the 1930s, '40s, and '50s. This book explores barkcloth's enduring appeal in almost 300 full-color images, demonstrating its scintillating combination of pattern, texture, and color. Lovers of vintage textiles and retro-design will relish this exploration. These vintage beauties are organized by florals, tropicals, leaves, abstracts, novelty, and conversational prints. Information about dating and identifying fabrics and manufacturers, along with tips on buying, restoring, and using these ever-popular fabrics, are invaluable for any collector or dealer.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780764326639
Publisher:	Schiffer Publishing, Ltd.
Publication date:	08/08/2007
Series:	A Schiffer Book for Collectors Ser.
Pages:	160
Product dimensions:	8.50(w) x 11.00(h) x (d)

About the Author

Margaret E. Meier owns Vintage Fabrics & Etc. in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, a specialty shop selling vintage barkcloth, brocades, velvets, tablecloths, laces, along with vintage imports from Europe and Asia. She can also be found at antique and specialty shows nationwide.