The art of gold embroidery along with a guide on how to use gold embroidery in conjunction with appliqué. Amalie von Saint-George describes bouillon or cantille embroidery, the spreng technique, needlework, the application of gold threads, as well as combined works in connection with appliqué. Gold embroidery, alongside bead embroidery, is the most precious form of embroidery. It involves applying ornaments made of gold threads onto a textile base. It is primarily used for the production of trimmings and is utilized for the vestments of liturgical garments. Illustrated with 6 plates and 136 black-and-white images. Reprint of the original edition from 1902.