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This book explores the vast landscapes of textiles, from the first rudimentary hand-spun threads to the sophisticated materials and processes of today. Through comprehensive text and illustrative plates, the author chronicles the inception and evolution of knitting, weaving, printing, dyeing, felting, embroidery, netting, braiding, and lace-making. The author sets this development within the broader context of social, economic, and artistic history, showing how transformations in textile manufacture have consistently intersected with technological breakthroughs, cultural exchange, and global trade. Along the way, the book highlights the deep cultural significance of textiles: from the intricate tapestries adorning the walls of medieval castles to the vibrant costumes and accessories worn by people worldwide. Ultimately, this book is an engrossing account of human creativity, revealing how textiles have continuously shaped societies across the ages and continue to be an integral part of our lives. It is an indispensable resource for anyone interested in fashion, design, history, or the history of craft and industry.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the vast landscapes of textiles, from the first rudimentary hand-spun threads to the sophisticated materials and processes of today. Through comprehensive text and illustrative plates, the author chronicles the inception and evolution of knitting, weaving, printing, dyeing, felting, embroidery, netting, braiding, and lace-making. The author sets this development within the broader context of social, economic, and artistic history, showing how transformations in textile manufacture have consistently intersected with technological breakthroughs, cultural exchange, and global trade. Along the way, the book highlights the deep cultural significance of textiles: from the intricate tapestries adorning the walls of medieval castles to the vibrant costumes and accessories worn by people worldwide. Ultimately, this book is an engrossing account of human creativity, revealing how textiles have continuously shaped societies across the ages and continue to be an integral part of our lives. It is an indispensable resource for anyone interested in fashion, design, history, or the history of craft and industry. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333851026_0
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The Textile Industries, Vol 7 A Practical Guide to Fibres, Yarns and Fabrics in Every Branch of Textile Manufacture Including Preparation of Dyeing and Finishing Classic Reprint
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