The Exquisite Embroidered Book Bindings of Oxford
Lecturer: Relics in Situ
Live Lecture Date: Sunday, May 17, 2026 1PM Eastern
Live Lecture Registration: April 24 – May 15, 2026 1PM Eastern
Format: Live Lecture and Recording
Oxford’s historic libraries hold some of the most breathtaking treasures of book history: embroidered bindings made for royalty, scholars, and the elite of early modern England. In this exclusive one-hour on-line lecture, we share rare examples from the Bodleian Library and Christ Church (with a quick side trip to St. John’s College in Cambridge as well!). Discover the stitches, symbolism, and stories behind these exquisite works of needlecraft—brought to life through detailed images and expert insight. A must for historians, needleworkers, and lovers of the past.
