The Stocking Book – Introduction by Victor Arwas whereas a substantial cover remains

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This introduction to the most innovative period of glassmaking in the twentieth century was published to coincide with The Art of Glass - Art Nouveau to Art Deco exhibition at the Sunderland Museum and Art Gallery

with the help of carefully chosen illustrations

40cm x 40cm (mounted to fit 50cm x 50cm frame) - £100

The Stocking Book – Introduction by Victor Arwas whereas a substantial cover remainsWhen a woman takes all her clothes off, she can be depicted as a pure, Classical nude. If, however, she keeps her stockings on, she suddenly becomes naked, an erotic creation capable of arousing the viewer s libido. This curious paradox has been observed and used by artists since the Middle Ages. Stockings range from extremely elaborate confections: multicoloured, embroidered, applied with sequins or precious stones, painted, striped or otherwise made