World Textiles: A Concise History: 0 (World of Art) - Softcover

Schoeser, Mary

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0500203695 ISBN 13: 9780500203699

Verlag: Thames and Hudson Ltd, 2003

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Book by Schoeser Mary

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'Well written and comprehensive, the wealth of beautiful illustrations in World Textiles makes it hard to put down' - The Lecturer 'It is difficult to think of a valid reason why anyone with an interest in textiles should not obtain a copy' - Textiles

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Mary Schoeser's groundbreaking book presents a chronological survey of textiles around the world from prehistory to the present day, exploring how they are made, what they are made from, how they function in society, and the ways in which they are used and given meaning. From the very earliest needles of twenty-five thousand years ago, to the `techno textiles' of today, textiles have been fundamental to human existence - enjoyed, prized and valued by every culture. Silks from China, cottons from India, tapestries from Flanders, dyes from South America, the ravishing appeal of different weaves, colours and patterns was long the motivation for trade, the exchange of ideas, and sometimes even war. World Textiles is the perfect introduction to this vast and fascinating subject, invaluable for makers, designers, textile and fashion professionals, collectors and students alike.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Thames and Hudson Ltd
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2003
• ISBN 10: 0500203695
• ISBN 13: 9780500203699
• Einband: Tapa blanda
• Sprache: Englisch
• Anzahl der Seiten: 224