Paperback. Book Condition: Good+. Thames & Hudson, 2005. 240 pages. Light general wear. There is a 3.75 inch vertical slice on the front cover. Size: 11 x 9.4 x 0.7. Crafts Hobbies::Fabric Arts 6018L.

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Title

World Textiles: A Visual Guide to Traditional Techniques

Publisher

Thames & Hudson

Publication Date

2005

Language

English

ISBN 10

0500282471

ISBN 13

9780500282472

Binding

Paperback

Condition

Good+

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A complete guide to the whole range of traditional handmade textiles from all corners of the globe.

The history of the world can be read in textiles: the rise of civilizations and the fall of empires are woven into their warp and weft along with the great stories of conquest, religion, and trade. The legacy of textile design, form, and pattern that has resulted from this global endowment can be seen here in all its spectacular richness. Eight sections cover every aspect of materials and techniques, each giving a succinct summary of characteristics, production, and geographical distribution, accompanied by hundreds of color illustrations and drawings. Nonloom and loom-woven textiles, painted and printed, dyed, sewn, embroidered, and embellished techniques are all covered, as well as the materials themselves. From simplethe clothes made of skin or hide in prehistoric timesto complexmaterials elaborately embellished with tasselsworld textiles are both beautiful and beguiling. This unrivaled guide is completed by a glossary, further reading, and information on collections open to the public. 778 illustrations, 551 in color. 778 illustrations, 551 in color

About the Author

John Gillow has spent over three decades studying, collecting, and lecturing on textiles. His other books include Textiles of the Islamic World and Indian Textiles.

Bryan Sentance is an inveterate traveler and educator in the field of arts and crafts.

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