The New Textiles: Trends and Traditions - Hardcover

Chloe Colchester

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0847814181 ISBN 13: 9780847814183

Publisher: Rizzoli, 1991

Synopsis

Throughout the world the last decade has been seen a huge flowering of decorative textiles for the interior furnishing and fashion industries, and of textiles as high art. Simultaneously, the tradition of textile crafts and the pleasure of simple home weaving have enjoyed their own resurgence. Textiles are now a fast-developing field nurtured by extraordinary public interest in many countries, and many questions are being raised. What is the relationship between art textiles and high art? How indebted to the crafts worker is the industrial textile designer? What effect does computer technology have on textile design? Now Chloe Colchester draws together the diverse strands of the burgeoning textiles world for the first time and in a single study. Dazzling reproductions of work by the best and most influential practitioners across the globe and supplemented with analysis of the latest developments, such as new design trends, heat-reactive materials and performance fabrics tailored for modern life. The discussion is divided into three sections: designer textiles – furnishings and fashion; craft textiles – contemporary achievements in weaving, printing, quilting and embroidery; and art textiles – the new tapestry and the remarkable achievements of the fibre art movement. A comprehensive reference section gives full biographies of designers and fabric makers, as well as lists of further reading, galleries and museums, and other information. All forms of textile work are enjoying a renaissance. This unrivalled survey covers perhaps the most appealing subject in modern design. With over 250 illustrations, 153 in colour.

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Reviews

In this colorful and extensive survey, Colchester offers a wealth of visual images and an informative narrative on the evolution of high fashion, fine art, and craft textiles in the late 20th century. She explores the relationship between art textiles and fine art and the use of technology in textile design. Using examples from renowned international artists to illustrate her points, she explains the technological advances of the new "intelligent" fabrics and contemplates the "increasing convergence between craft and design." Also valuable is the section that includes biographical sketches of artists, publications, and a glossary. The lavish photographs are a visual treat for the art/craft/design enthusiast seeking inspiration in the fiber arts and for interior design students. Recommended for academic libraries supporting art/craft collections and public libraries where design/fiber art interest is high.
- Vicki Gadberry, Harris Media Ctr., Mars Hill Coll., N.C.
Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Edition details

• Publisher: Rizzoli
• Publication date: 1991
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0847814181
• ISBN 13: 9780847814183
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 192