A History Of Textile Art: A Selective Account
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Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
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A landmark work in the field of art history and material culture, A History of Textile Art: A Selective Account presents a sweeping survey of textile production and design across civilizations and centuries. Agnes Geijer, one of the foremost textile historians of the twentieth century, chronicles the development of weaving, embroidery, and related crafts from ancient Egypt and the Near East through the medieval period and into the early modern era. Drawing on archaeological evidence, museum collections, and technical analysis, the work details the cultural, economic, and aesthetic significance of textiles as both functional objects and artistic achievements. Written with scholarly precision yet accessible depth, it argues that textiles deserve a central place in the history of art rather than being relegated to the decorative margins. This authoritative and richly researched volume remains an essential reference for students, collectors, and anyone with a serious interest in the history of craft and design.
Author: Agnes Geijer
Format: Hardback
Genre: History of arts
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A landmark work in the field of art history and material culture, A History of Textile Art: A Selective Account presents a sweeping survey of textile production and design across civilizations and centuries. Agnes Geijer, one of the foremost textile historians of the twentieth century, chronicles the development of weaving, embroidery, and related crafts from ancient Egypt and the Near East through the medieval period and into the early modern era. Drawing on archaeological evidence, museum collections, and technical analysis, the work details the cultural, economic, and aesthetic significance of textiles as both functional objects and artistic achievements. Written with scholarly precision yet accessible depth, it argues that textiles deserve a central place in the history of art rather than being relegated to the decorative margins. This authoritative and richly researched volume remains an essential reference for students, collectors, and anyone with a serious interest in the history of craft and design.