African Textiles (Treasury of Decorative Art S.) - Softcover

Spring, Christopher

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1858912830 ISBN 13: 9781858912837

Publisher: Studio Edns., 1997

Synopsis

Whereas textiles in many parts of the world are used simply as clothing, in Africa their uses are extremely diverse, ranging from tent awnings to bed covers and bridal wear. Historically, cloth was frequently used as currency and can still indicate the owner's wealth and standing in the community. In this fascinating book, Christopher Spring places African textiles in context and describes how the weaving methods in different parts of the country affected the type of cloth produced, including the use of dyes, the importance of certain colors, and the way designs may be interpreted. The weaving tradition still flourishes, and the examples illustrated here provide a revealing insight to African culture and traditions.

About this title

Synopsis

The "Treasury of Decorative Art" series provides a design resource reproduced from rare antiquarian books, folders and prints. This volume places African textiles in their cultural and traditional context and describes details such as weaving methods, use of dyes and interpretation of designs.

About the Author

Christopher Spring is Curator of the African Collection at the Museum of Mankind, in the Ethnography Department of the British Museum, London.

Edition details

• Publisher: Studio Edns.
• Publication date: 1997
• ISBN 10: 1858912830
• ISBN 13: 9781858912837
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 64