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World Textiles A Concise History World of Art by Mary Schoeser. Paperback Book

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Condition
Very Good: A book that has been read but is in excellent condition. No obvious damage to the cover, ...
Binding
Softcover, Wraps
Subject
History
Original/Facsimile
Original
ISBN
9780500203699
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Product Identifiers

Publisher
Thames & Hudson
ISBN-10
0500203695
ISBN-13
9780500203699
eBay Product ID (ePID)
2466469

Product Key Features

Book Title
World Textiles : a Concise History
Number of Pages
224 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Textile & Costume
Publication Year
2003
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Design
Author
Mary Schoeser
Book Series
World of Art Ser.
Format
Trade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height
0.6 in
Item Weight
10.9 Oz
Item Length
8.3 in
Item Width
5.9 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2002-110919
Dewey Edition
22
Series Volume Number
0
Dewey Decimal
746/.09
Synopsis
From the earliest needles of 25,000 years ago to techno textiles used in Space Shuttle parachutes today, textiles have been fundamental to human existence and achievements, and have informed developments in other areas from agriculture to metallurgy. Textiles are global commodities, common to every culture and for a long time the motivation for trade, the exchange of ideas, and sometimes even conflict. Silks from China, carpets from Persia, ikats from Indonesia, cottons from India, fine linens from Flanders--each of these has helped to shape the modern world. This groundbreaking book surveys, from prehistory to the early twenty-first century, how textiles are made, what they are made from, how they function in society, the ways in which they are valued and given meaning, and the messages they contain. The author shows the intricate relationships between different cultures' textile traditions and demonstrates the significance of the materials we all take for granted in our everyday lives., 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.
LC Classification Number
TS1760

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