Tradition and Beyond Handcrafted Indian Textiles

Martand Singh. Text by Rta Kapur Chishti and Rahul Jain

ISBN 10: 8174360840 / ISBN 13: 9788174360847

Published by Roli, 2009

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Contents: Introduction. 1. Pigment painted textiles : history and background: the textiles recollections. 2. Dye painted textiles : : history and background: the textiles recollections. 3. Resist dyed textiles : history and background: the textiles recollections. 4. Printed textiles : history and background: the textiles recollections. 5. Woven textiles : history and background: the textiles recollections. " Handcrafted Indian textiles, steeped in tradition, are the living heritage of the glory of India. The decade spanning 1980-1990 witnessed a renaissance in the promotion and revival of techniques, some of which were in danger of becoming extinct. Warps and wefts underwent a transformation, with assorted weaves being combined to produce 'new from the old'. "The hundred and forty outstanding textiles represented in this book, were selected from fifteen hundred especially commissioned from master weavers and craftsmen all over the country during the same decade. Displayed at the Visvakarma series of exhibitions, their wide-ranging vocabulary of design, technical skill and aesthetic brilliance brook no rivalry. " Featured under pigment-painted, dye-painted, printed and woven techniques, the book showcases various regions of production. The historical legacy, source of inspiration, achievements and shortcomings of each category are summed up with an informal, though analytical discussion. "Written and edited by renowned names in textile design, this book is, indeed, a treasure for both the textile aficionado and designer." (jacket).

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Tradition and Beyond Handcrafted Indian Textiles
• Publisher: Roli
• Publication Date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 8174360840
• ISBN 13: 9788174360847
• Binding: Hardbound
• Condition: As New
• Dust Jacket Condition: Dust Jacket Included

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Synopsis

The outstanding textiles represented in this book were displayed at the Visvakarma series of exhibitions and have a wide-ranging vocabulary of design, technical skill and aesthetic brilliance. Written and edited by renowned names in textile design, this book is, indeed, a treasure for both the textile aficionado and designer.

Product Description

The editor and authors are renowned names in textile design. The outstanding textiles represented here were displayed at the Visvakarma series of exhibitions and have a wide-ranging vocabulary of design, technical skill and aesthetic brilliance. Slipcase edition.