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100			_aSuleman, Fahmida
245		0	_aTextiles of the Middle East and Central Asia: The fabric of life
260			_aLondon _bThames and Hudson _c2017
300			_a240 _c‎ 9.8 x 1.1 x 11 inches _rHardbound
504			_aTextiles 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.
650			_aAntiques
650			_aArt
650			_aCarpets and rugs
650			_aCollectables
650			_aCultural history
650			_aTextile artwork
650			_aTextile design
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