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AFRICAN COSTUMES AND TEXTILES: From the Berbers to the ZulusAFRICAN COSTUMES AND TEXTILES: From the Berbers to the Zulus
Bouttiaux, Anne-Marie et al. (Eds.)

Celebrating African costumes and textiles, this volume draws on historical and modern pieces from the Zaira and Marcel Mis Collection. Presents a variety of costumes, textiles, and accessories used for everyday wear and for special celebrations, and explores the different techniques, influences, and meanings behind these works of art. Essays describe the history of the development of these techniques and the richness of the symbolism in this form of cultural heritage. 320pp, ITALY. FIVE CONTINENTS EDITIONS.

2008 9788874394760 Hardback 


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AFRICAN INSPIRATIONS IN EMBROIDERY
Sleigh, Mary

Using modern dyeing, quilting and embroidery techniques the author illustrates how to create textiles inspired by the forms and colours of African design. Sleigh covers the use of original source material, the design process and techniques including starch paste resist, block printing, beading and strip patchwork. The author also shows how to use sketchbooks to record ideas and how to take inspiration from patterns, textures and tones found in African landscapes. Index, gloss, 128pp, UK. BATSFORD, 0713489219

2004 Hardback

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AFRICAN INSPIRATIONS IN EMBROIDERY

AFRICAN TEXTILES: Colour and Creativity Across a ContinentAFRICAN TEXTILES: Colour and Creativity Across a Continent
Gillow, John

A comprehensive survey the textiles of Africa. Organised by region, the author describes the history of cloth use and techniques such as wax resist, tie and dye, starch resist. The usage of materials such as bark, silk cotton and raffia is also discusses as is the symbolism of textiles and the influence of non indigenous religions and cultures. Illustrated with 572 colour photographs and includes a guide to further reading. Index, map, gloss, 240pp, UK. THAMES & HUDSON.

2003 0500511446 Hardback 


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CROSS STITCH COLLECTION: Lions
Mayhew, Jayne Netley

A collection of cross stich designs with lions as the main theme. Includes a thread conversion chart and stitching advice. 16pp, UK. DAVID & CHARLES.

2004 0715317601 Paperback 


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CROSS STITCH COLLECTION: Lions


CROSS STITCH COLLECTION: On SafariCROSS STITCH COLLECTION: On Safari
Mayhew, Jayne Netley; Gordon, Jill & Welsby, Adele

A collection of cross stitch designs with safari animals as the main theme. Includes thread conversion chart and stitching advice. 16pp, UK. DAVID & CHARLES.

2004 071531758X Paperback 


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5000 YEARS OF TEXTILES
Harris, Jennifer

A comprehensive survey of textile art and production, from prehistory to the present day, ranging from the Far East to the Americas and from Africa to Scandinavia. Index, gloss, 320pp, UK. BRITISH MUSEUM PRESS.

2004 0714125709 Paperback 


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5000 YEARS OF TEXTILES


KILIM: The Complete Guide - History, Pattern, Technique, IdentificationKILIM: The Complete Guide - History, Pattern, Technique, Identification
Hull, Alistair & Luczyc Wyhowska, Jose

The core of the book is devoted to the specific characteristics of region, tribe and kilim type. Four major sections using much original research document kilims from the North African countries of Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia; the enormously important kilims of Anatolia; the riches of Persia and the Caucasus; and the creations of the Afghan and Central Asian nomads. Comprehensive survey of the field and hundreds of illustrations. Index, bib, gloss, 352pp, UK. THAMES & HUDSON.

2005 0500282218 Paperback 


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PRINTED AND DYED TEXTILES FROM AFRICA
Gillow, John

A showcase of the variety of textiles produced in Africa. Written by an expert in the field. Illustrated with colour photographs and includes recommendations for further reading. Index, 87pp, UK. BRITISH MUSEUM PRESS.

2001 071412740X Paperback 


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PRINTED AND DYED TEXTILES FROM AFRICA


SILK IN AFRICASILK IN AFRICA
Spring, Christopher & Hudson, Julie

Focusing on over 30 pieces from the British Museum's collection, this volume brings together for the first time silk weaving and embroidery from throughout the continent. Illustrated with colour images. Index, gloss, 87pp, UK. BRITISH MUSEUM PRESS.

2002 0714125636 Paperback 


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WORLD TEXTILES: A Concise History
Schoeser, Mary

A history of the development of textile manufacture across the world. The author discusses the ingenuity and complexity of prehistoric artefacts to the advances in modern 'techno textiles'. Using a wide variety of illustrations, she explains their differing uses and meanings across cultures and their importance in politics and systems of exchange. Index, bib, gloss, 224pp, UK. THAMES & HUDSON.

2003 0500203695 Paperback 


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WORLD TEXTILES: A Concise History


WORLD TEXTILES: A Visual Guide to Traditional TechniquesWORLD TEXTILES: A Visual Guide to Traditional Techniques
Gillow, John & Sentance, Bryan

Now in paperback. Illustrates the whole range of traditional handmade textiles from all corners of the globe. Eight sections cover every aspect of materials and techniques, offering succinct summaries of characteristics and geographical distribution. The text is accompanied by colour illustrations and drawings. Index, gloss, 240pp, UK. THAMES & HUDSON.

2004 1999 0500282471 Paperback 


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WRAPPED IN PRIDE: Ghanaian Kente and African American Identity
Ross, Doran H.

A landmark study of Kente cloth, its historical and current cultural significance in Ghana and its value to African American concepts of identity. Using a wide variety of colour and b/w illustrations, the author looks at the contexts which define the importance of the cloth and the significance of their names. Includes a catalogue of Asante and Ewe weavings. Notes, gloss, 347pp, USA. WASHINGTON U P.

2002 0930741692 Paperback 


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WRAPPED IN PRIDE: Ghanaian Kente and African American Identity