World Textiles

by Mary Schoeser

The history of textiles, more than that of any other artifact, is a history of human ingenuity. From the very earliest needles of twenty-five thousand years ago to the smart textiles of today, textiles have been fundamental to human existence, and enjoyed, prized, and valued by every culture. Silks from China, cottons from India, tapestries from Flanders, dyes from South America--the appeal of different weaves, colors, and patterns was long a motivation...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0500204853
• ISBN13: 9780500204856
• Release Date: January 2023
• Publisher: Thames & Hudson
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 1.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.8" x 8.2"