Threads Through Time

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Threads Through Time reveals the extraordinary story behind the recreation of Christian IV’s tapestries, lost in the 1859 Frederiksborg Castle fire. This ambitious project spanned over 30 years, involving around 50 skilled female weavers working alongside the Manufacture des Gobelins in Paris.

A captivating tale of artistic revival and women’s craftsmanship in Denmark.

This book uncovers a fascinating chapter of Danish cultural history, focusing on the revival of tapestry weaving after the devastating loss of the original Christian IV tapestries. Starting in 1898, a dedicated group of formally trained women artisans undertook the monumental task of reproducing these magnificent works for the Great Hall at Frederiksborg Castle.

Presented here for the first time, the tapestries are accompanied by detailed preparatory studies and rich biographies of the talented women behind the project, including Kristiane Konstantin-Hansen, Johanne Bindesbøll, Louise Dahlerup, and Betty Månsson.

Threads Through Time not only highlights the intersection of decorative arts and women’s history but also celebrates the craftsmanship and entrepreneurial spirit of these artists. It offers a significant contribution to the study of textile art, women artists, and the enduring cultural importance of traditional crafts.

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