TY  - BOOK
AU  - Suleman, Fahmida 
TI  - Textiles of the Middle East and Central Asia: The fabric of life
SN  - 9780500519912
U1  - DSGN 
PY  - 2017///
CY  - London
PB  - Thames and Hudson
KW  - Antiques
KW  - Art
KW  - Carpets and rugs
KW  - Collectables
KW  - Cultural history
KW  - Textile artwork
KW  - Textile design
N1  - 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
ER  -