Central Asian Ikats

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Binding: Paperback Dewey Decimal Number: 746.6640958 EAN: 9781851775255 ISBN: 1851775250 Label: Victoria and Albert Museum Manufacturer: Victoria and Albert Museum Number Of Items: 1 Number Of Pages: 96 Publication Date: 2007-11-01 Publisher: Victoria and Albert Museum Studio: Victoria and Albert Museum
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Editorial Reviews: Centuries old, the ikat technique is a complex sequence of tie-dying silk threads to create elaborate patterns in striking colors before weaving. This invaluable introduction to the magnificent ikats of Central Asia sets the creation of these fabrics into the context of a long history of textile production that once centered around the trade of the famous Silk Road. Illustrated throughout with glorious examples, Central Asian Ikats examines the social significance and various functions of these fabrics in Central Asian culture, as well as describing the fascinating and complex techniques involved in making them. The book accompanies an exhibition opening in November 2007.
Spotlight customer reviews: Customer Rating: Summary: surprise Comment: It was a wonderful surprise to open this book, being a fashion designer it is part of my work to research and this one is a great source of information and images. More Reviews