The exquisite and everyday beautiful linens and lace photographed for this book represent collectible household styles made in Europe and North America during the 20th century. Both rare and commonly found examples are included so that readers can learn to differentiate between the two groups. The chapters are organized by types of work, including Appenzell, Battenberg, Bobbin lace, chemical and other machine laces, crochet, cutwork, embroidery, linen damask, explained with origins and copies liberally discussed. The photographs are breathtaking, from over-all room settings to minute details. This is a visually exciting book. The price guide is a valuable tool for this expanding field of collectibles which seem to be undervalued when the quality and supply of fine examples are considered.[AuthorName]By Elizabeth Scofield[/AuthorName][AuthorBio]Elizabeth Scofield is Director of Global Management at LaSalle University in Philadelphia. Peggy Zalamea is an investments professional in New York. They are both dedicated collectors and researchers who previously wrote 20th Century Linens and Lace for Schiffer Publishing.[/AuthorBio][NumIllustration]213 color photos[/NumIllustration][CoAuthor][/CoAuthor][SubTitle]A Guide to Identification, Care and Prices of Household Linens[/SubTitle][ColorPattern]213 color photos[/ColorPattern]