The Peruvian Four-Selvaged Cloth: Ancient Threads / New Directions (Textile Series, No. 12)
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| Rating | : | 4.47 (855 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0984755055 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 96 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-05-05 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
AmberzPeople said Excellent Resource. Excellent resource for anyone studying Peruvian textiles, particularly those from before the Spanish conquest. Large, clear, colored photos with clear descriptions. The contemporary weavings discussed at the end of the book were of less interest to me, but are nonetheless nicely presented.. "No cutting allowed." according to Robert Duff. Focused explanation of a subtle yet essential part of Andean textile creation. Love the period images.
Elena Phipps is the author of Cochineal Red: The Art History of a Color and Looking at Textiles: A Guide to Technical Terminology.
Without cutting a thread, master Peruvian weavers wove each textile to the specifications of its intended use, whether a child’s garment, royal mantle, or ritual cloth. The resultant textiles have long been admired for their mastery of color, technique, and design.While exploring the origins and development of this approach to weaving, Phipps also examines its influence on three contemporary artistsSheila Hicks, James Bassler, and John Cohenall of whom have considered ancient Peruvian weaving processes in their own work.. In this beautifully illustrated book, textile expert El
About the AuthorElena Phipps is the author of Cochineal Red: The Art History of a Color and Looking at Textiles: A Guide to Technical Terminology.