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| Publisher | Thames And Hudson Ltd |
| ISBN 13 | 9780500292211 |
| ISBN 10 | 500292213 |
| Author | John Gillow |
| Book Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
| Book Subtitle | Colour And Creativity Across A Continent |
| Book Description | Now available in a compact paperback edition, this book remains the most comprehensive survey of African textiles on the market today, 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. |
| Editorial Review | This lovely book is a visual feast which enriches our knowledge of the textile crafts of Africa' - The Textile Directory Online 'Spectacular ... this book really does span a whole continent ... a wealth of detail in this book which would be useful and fascinating for makers of all disciplines' - Craftsman Magazine |
| About the Author | John Gillow has spent over thirty years studying, collecting and lecturing on textiles. His books include Arts and Crafts of India (with Ilay Cooper and Barry Dawson), Indian Textiles (with Nicholas Barnard), Traditional Indonesian Textiles, World Textiles (with Bryan Sentance) and African Textiles. |
| Language | English |
| Publication Date | 42430 |
| Number of Pages | 240 |
