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Black Threads Press Bible Quilt: "This I Accomplish" by Harriet Powers - Artistry & Heritage in Textile Form

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This book, This I Accomplish: Harriet Powers' Bible Quilts and Other Pieces, is a comprehensive resource that delves into the life and work of Harriet Powers, an influential African American quilter. It is ideal for historians, quilting enthusiasts, and anyone interested in African American art and culture. The book not only showcases Powers' remarkable quilts but also explores their historical significance in American quilt history.

Harriet Powers (1837-1910) was a former slave from Athens, Georgia, whose quilts have captivated audiences for over a century. Her two most notable creations, the Bible Quilt and the Pictorial Quilt, have been preserved and displayed in prominent museums such as the Smithsonian National Museum of American History and the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston. This book reveals new and exciting facts about Powers, including her literacy, her status as an award-winning quilter, and her efforts to promote her own artwork. The detailed exploration of her quilts is complemented by nearly 200 bibliographic references, offering a rich context for understanding her impact on quilting and American history.

Key Features:
  • In-Depth Exploration: Provides a complete exhibition history for the Bible Quilt and Pictorial Quilt.
  • Historical Insights: Unveils the stories of individuals who cherished and owned the quilts.
  • Comprehensive Research: Includes nearly 200 bibliographic references, enriching the reader's understanding.
  • Unique Discoveries: Reveals information about Harriet Powers' life and her contributions to quilting.
  • Search Clues: Encourages readers to seek Harriet Powers' lost 1882 Lord's Supper Quilt.
  • Author Expertise: Written by Kyra E. Hicks, a respected quilter and author with multiple exhibitions.
  • Used Book Condition: Available in good condition, making it accessible for readers and collectors.

This I Accomplish: Harriet Powers' Bible Quilts and Other Pieces is an essential addition for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of African American quilting history and Harriet Powers’ legacy. It serves as an invaluable resource for researchers, educators, and quilt enthusiasts, offering insights into the art form and the cultural impact of Powers’ work. This book not only honors Powers' artistry but also invites readers to engage with her story and the broader narrative of American quilts.

⚠️ WARNING (California Proposition 65):

This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

For more information, please visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

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