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Distributed by University of Exeter Press. The village of Metsovo, called Amintziou in the Vlach language, is one of the most famous traditional settlements in Greece. Nestled in the heart of the Pindos mountain range, Metsovo owes its fame to the beauty of the landscape and the uniqueness of its hand-woven textiles. This book deals with the secrets of the weaving of Metsovo, which are presented in a simple, yet elegant manner. The subject is not only treated from a strictly technical and aesthetic point of view, but consideration is also given to the various interpretations of it, its symbols, and role of weaving as a factor in the everyday life of Metsovo. Representative examples of domestic textiles and traditional costumes from the Collection of the Laographic Museum of the Baron M. Tositsa Foundation are described in succinct, authoritative texts, accompanied by impressive, lavish illustrations, which introduce us to the beauty of the art and tradition of the weaving of Metsovo. A final section includes detailed drawings and descriptions of the decorative motifs and designs used in the woven textiles.

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Author:   Catherine Van Steen ,  Eleni Lykiardopoulos ,  Eleni Lykiardopoulos
Publisher:   Kapon Editions
Imprint:   Kapon Editions
Weight:   1.294kg
ISBN:  

9789607037787

ISBN 10:   9607037782
Pages:   160
Publication Date:   31 December 2006
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Hidden Secrets of Metsovo Textiles A Few Words obout Metsovo Household Textiles Uses of the Textiles Creating the Textiles Making the Metsovite Textiles Material and Weave Structure Textile Fulling in Metsovo The Watermill and Fulling Process Types of Household Textiles Floor Covers Textiles for The Doorway Textiles for The Wall Textiles for The Fireplace Textiles for The Basia Cushion Covers Flokatis - Velentzas Textile Motifs Women's Costume Everyday and Festive Costume Bridal Costume Men's Costume Dimita Bourazana Overcoats and Capes Decorative Designs of the Woven Textiles Glossary

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Prologue: IOANNA PAPANDONIOU Introduction: ELENA AVEROFF Texts: CATHERINE VAN STEEN, ELENI LYKIARDOPOULOS

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