John Gillow Bücher

Umfassende, lange überfällige Gesamtdarstellung, die neben der Geschichte auch die vielfältigen Varianten der Herstellung und Verwendung von Textilien aufzeigt. Dabei wird immer auch der geographisch-klimatische Zusammenhang hergestellt und damit die Basis für Vergleiche zwischen Textilvarianten verschiedener Völker geschaffen. Kurze Hintergrundinformationen zu Technik, Verwendung, Ausbreitung, Entstehungsgeschichte u.ä. tragen zum besseren Verständnis für die einzelnen Textilarbeiten bei. Die weit gereisten Autoren vermitteln nicht zuletzt durch ihre zahlreichen, aussagekräftigen Abbildungen, die auch den kulturgeschichtlichen Wert der Textilien illustrieren, ein Bewusstsein für die 'Vielfalt der stilistischen Interpretationen'

This book remains the most comprehensive survey of African textiles on the market, illustrating in over 570 spectacular colour photographs the traditional, handcrafted, indigenous textiles of the whole continent. Covering, region by region, the handmade textiles of West, North, East, Central and Southern Africa, African Textiles outlines the vast array of techniques used as well as the different types of loom, materials and dyes that help to create these sumptuous textiles. With a useful glossary and map, a guide to collections open to the public, and suggestions for further reading, this book provides a wealth of information on the rich art of African textiles.

A survey of textiles from every region of the Indian subcontinent that runs the gamut of commercial, tribal and folk textiles. It first places them in cultural context by examining the history, materials and various techniques weaving, dyeing, printing and painting. It then gives a region-by-region account of traditional textile production.

Offers an illustrated, region-by-region survey of textiles made, worn, used and displayed in every corner of the Islamic world. This text includes details of dozens of textile techniques, such as loom types, materials, forms of decoration and local specialities.

The reverence accorded to textile art on the islands is reflected in every area of production; precision of weave and exquisite patterning are testimony to superlative craftsmanship. Lying at the heart of a vast network of trading routes, Indonesia has absorbed a wealth of foreign influences that have spawned an eclectic culture uniquely mirrored in its textile art. Beautiful cloud shapes characteristic of Chinese painting reappear in Javanese batik, while Ming porcelain and Chinese embroideries have provided inspiration for many wonderful patterns. Indian symbols - the tree of life, the naga snake, the sacred mountain, the lotus - have all been rendered as textile motifs. Geometric forms, human and animal figures and even Dutch Art Deco designs can also be found.

The book is a facsimile reprint, which means it reproduces the original text but may include imperfections like marks, notations, and marginalia. Readers should expect potential flaws in the pages, adding a unique character to this edition.