African Textiles : The Karun Thakar Collection Hardback
Hardback
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This collection of rare and exquisite textiles from Central, Northern and West Africa includes weavings from Ghana, Nigeria and the Ivory Coast; embroideries, veils and haiks from Morocco and Tunisia; and raffia fabrics from Congo. Organised by region, each piece is dramatically photographed to highlight the extraordinary colours, patterns and skill with which it was created.
Drawn from a collection consisting of over 4,000 pieces, this book illustrates the most important textiles from the renowned collection.
The book provides not only a thrilling sample of timeless patterns and designs but also a historical perspective that deepens our understanding of the importance of woven materials in the African tradition.
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- Format:Hardback
- Pages:272 pages
- Publisher:Prestel
- Publication Date:01/10/2015
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- ISBN:9783791381633
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Item not Available
- Format:Hardback
- Pages:272 pages
- Publisher:Prestel
- Publication Date:01/10/2015
- Category:
- ISBN:9783791381633