Student Notebook Containing Notes, Diagrams and Swatches

c. 1898–1900

Bound notebook of technical notes and weave samples: fabrics for clothing and mixed goods, ribbed and twill cottons, and jacquard; 176 pages

27.3 × 6.7 cm (10.7 × 2.6 in)

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FROM THE ART INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO’S CATALOG

Beginning about 1898, Alfred Fehr studied textile technology and management at Reutlingen University in southern Germany. He kept a careful record of his studies with this notebook, which includes extensive, beautifully handwritten notes, weaving diagrams for a variety of structures, and fabric swatches. After completing his education, Fehr returned to Switzerland and made a career as technical manager of a weaving factory. The notebook was donated by his granddaughter.

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