ISBN: 9780282699345 - A Practical Treatise on Dyeing and Calico-printing, Including the Latest Inventions and Improvements: Also, a Description of the Origin, Manufacture, ... and Mineral Substances Employed in These (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book traces the history of dyeing and calico printing, exploring its origins and development, beginning with the earliest evidence of the craft. The author draws on the work of Goguet and Heeren, providing an in-depth examination of the purple dyes and textile manufacturing techniques of the ancients, particularly the Phoenicians. The author also discusses the role of mordants in dyeing, and their use in achieving a wide range of colors. With its wealth of historical information and technical insights, this book offers a comprehensive overview of the art of dyeing and calico printing, from its earliest origins to its modern applications. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…