Download or read book Stumpwork Medieval Flora written by Jane Nicholas and published by Milner Craft (Paperback). This book was released on 2009 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embroidery. Long fascinated by the illuminated manuscripts of the medieval era, Jane Nicholas has sought examples in museums and galleries across Europe. the embroideries in this illustrated work were inspired in particular by the decorative panels and borders in the illuminated book of Hours created by Jean Bourdichon, dated around 16th Century.