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.
- ISBN13 9780500203699
- Publish Date 9 June 2003
- Publish Status Out of Stock
- Out of Print 20 February 2023
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Thames & Hudson Ltd
- Format Paperback
- Pages 224
- Language English