Silk and Cotton: Textiles from the Central Asia that Was
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| Rating | : | 4.64 (867 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1419706748 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 336 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-01-05 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
"A Meaningful Masterpiece" according to Eleanor Selling. This book is more than a masterful collection of gorgeous textiles and fascinating stories, woven into a central theme. I gave it a friend, whose family escaped from Tashkent in the 1980s. Her parents had never told their children about their past. But in keeping with the textile tradition, her . An Essential Guide! Best book in years on the fascinating and complex world of Central Asian textiles. Meller's thorough study of archival sources along with her deep understanding of textile production in the region combine to make this an important contribution to the field. Her selection of photographs, both mod. "Another Winner" according to Nancy T. Hernandez. Susan Meller has once again done an excellent job. This book expands on the information presented in her book on the Russian textiles produced to the Central Asian Trade. I recommend this book to both the enthusiast and the novice.
Whether nomadic or sedentary, its peoples created textiles for every aspect of their way of life, from ceremonial objects marking rites of passage, to everyday garments, to practical items for the home. The traditional textiles of Central Asia are unknown treasures. There were suzanis for the marriage bed; prayer mats; patchwork quilts; bridal ensembles; bags for tea, scissors, and mirrors; lovingly embroidered hats and bibs; and robes of every color and pattern.Author Susan Meller has spent years assembling the 590 textiles illustrated in this book. Straddling the legendary Silk Road, this vast region stretches from Russia in the west to China in the east. Silk and Cotton is destined to become a classic.. She documents their hist
“Suzani wall hangings, ikat trousers, embroidered satchels—this lush volume explores the breathtaking textiles of a region steeped in color and pattern.”