Description
New in paperback, this book is the most comprehensive survey of African textiles on the market today, illustrating in over 570 spectacular colour photographs the traditional, handcrafted, indigenous textiles of the whole continent. Covering, region by region, the handmade textiles of West, North, East, Central and Southern Africa, African Textiles outlines the vast array of techniques used as well as the different types of loom, materials and dyes that help to create these sumptuous textiles. Containing a useful glossary and map, a guide to collections open to the public, and suggestions for further reading, this book provides a wealth of information on the rich art of African textiles
Product Details
ISBN-10: 0500288003
EAN: 9780500288009
Binding: Paper
Published Date: August 2009
Publisher: Thames & Hudson
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Writing Origin: English
Language: English
Product Dimensions: 2.16 cms x 30.84 cms x 24.08 cms
Number of pages: 240p.
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