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OverviewIn this beautifully illustrated book, textile expert Elena Phipps examines the ancient Peruvian process of weaving textiles with four finished selvages, or edges. Without cutting a thread, master Peruvian weavers wove each textile to the specifications of its intended use, whether a child's garment, royal mantle, or ritual cloth. This weaving technique required the highest level of skill and forethought and reflects a high cultural value placed on maintaining the integrity of cloth-not only its design and function but also the very way in which it was constructed. The resultant textiles have long been admired for their mastery of color, technique, and design. While exploring the origins and development of this approach to weaving, Phipps also examines its influence on three contemporary artists-Sheila Hicks, James Bassler, and John Cohen-all of whom have considered ancient Peruvian weaving processes in their own work. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Elena PhippsPublisher: Fowler Museum of Cultural History,U.S. Imprint: Fowler Museum of Cultural History,U.S. Dimensions: Width: 22.90cm , Height: 0.80cm , Length: 30.50cm Weight: 0.544kg ISBN: 9780984755059ISBN 10: 0984755055 Pages: 96 Publication Date: 21 November 2013 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationElena Phipps is the author of Cochineal Red: The Art History of a Color and Looking at Textiles: A Guide to Technical Terminology. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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