Harris, Jennifer, ed. 5,000 years of textiles.HARRIS, Jennifer, ed. 5,000 years of textiles. Smithsonian Books. 320p. illus. maps. bibliog. index. c1993. 1-58834-215-8. $32.50. A * This lavishly illustrated, comprehensive survey of the history of textile art Textile art is the creation of textiles or creation with textiles. Textile artists use various techniques to create works of art using threads and fibres sometimes in combination with paints or dyes. is a scholarly work of reference in a small, easy-to-use format. As the author observes in her introduction, "textiles may be viewed as products of technology, as cultural symbols, as works of art, and as items of trade." Drawing on the expertise of 24 authors, this volume offers valuable insights into archaeology, art history, and anthropology, as well as social and economic history. To cover 5000 years of world history in a single volume is a daunting daunt tr.v. daunt·ed, daunt·ing, daunts To abate the courage of; discourage. See Synonyms at dismay. [Middle English daunten, from Old French danter, from Latin task, but this book systematically works its way through textile traditions in an interesting and enjoyable way. It is impressive not only for its wide range of information but for the depth of its insights as well. Covering textiles from ancient Egypt  Editing of this page by unregistered or newly registered users is currently disabled due to vandalism. , the Far East, Africa, Europe, the Near and
Middle East, and the Americas, the authors offer detailed information on
a wide variety of textile materials from all over the world.
The book begins with a thorough explanation of textile techniques, including weaving; tapestry; rug weaving; embroidery; lace; dying and printing; knitting; netting, knotting, and crochet; and felt and bark cloth bark cloth, primitive fabric made in tropical and subtropical countries from the soft inner bark of certain trees. It has been made and used in parts of Africa and India, the Malay Peninsula, Samoa, the Hawaiian Islands, and the Fiji Islands and perhaps reached its . The beautiful illustrations include textiles from various collections around the world, including period interiors, archive photographs, line drawings, and maps. Recommended for all libraries as an essential reference resource. Rhonda Cooper, Dir., Univ. Art Gallery, Stony Brook Stony Brook may refer to: Massachusetts:
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