Textiles of the Middle East and Central Asia: The fabric of life
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TextPublication details: London Thames and Hudson 2017Description: 240 9.8 x 1.1 x 11 inchesISBN: - 9780500519912
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Arthshila Ahmedabad Cluster: 3N | DSGN/SUL (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | Available | BK00730 |
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| DSGN/KRI The Atlas of Furniture Design | DSGN/MID Type Navigator: The Independent Foundries Handbook | DSGN/NOR The Design of Everyday Things | DSGN/SUL Textiles of the Middle East and Central Asia: The fabric of life | DSGN/WON Principles of Three-Dimensional Design | MISC/BAR Compact Disc (Object Lessons) | MISC/CER The Practice of Everyday Life |
Textiles of the Middle East and Central Asia explores the significance and beauty of textiles from across the Middle East, Turkey, and Central Asia. This vast region has been the focus of population movements, exploration, and trade for thousands of years and is home to a wealth of textile traditions. From the intricate embroidery on a Palestinian wedding dress to the complex iconography on an Afghan war rug, textiles reflect the beliefs, practices, and experiences of people from these lands. The book is arranged thematically with pieces grouped according to their purpose or meaning, enabling, for example, the comparison of domestic furnishings, wedding attire, and children’s garments from across the region. The book also includes contemporary works that grapple with modern political issues.
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