> some kind of tension between Gertrude Biederman, > holding a traditionalist point of view, and Kathe Kliot representing a > modern art-lace position
Even today, there is tension between the traditionalist point of view and the modern art-lace position, but I recall the tension being much stronger in times past (I learned in 1981). Well into the 80s you might be told - in no uncertain terms - that lace must be made with fine white thread, preferably linen though cotton might be OK if you arenât making anything important. Certain techniques must be used, others can never be used, and no, you canât put in helping pins. Pinholes are there to be worked, and extra pins are simply not allowed. There were exhibitions that refused to display coloured laces. Then, along came the modernists, using all kinds of heavy threads or strings in all kinds of colours, using whatever techniques they needed to get the effect they wanted. Iâm sure by now you have looked at the Kliotâs book âBobbin Lace: Form by the Twisting of Cordsâ, published in 1973; many modern pieces are shown along with some traditional work. The Kliots also edited and published Gertrude Biedermannâs more traditional book, "Traditional Bobbin Lace: Patterns in Torchin, Guipure and Idriaâ. Same place, same era, different views. Hope this helps. Adele West Vancouver, BC - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: http://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/
