The Art of Mankind Mary Schoeser Primary Author mixed material bibliography English thames & hudson 2012 monographic 1st Edition en English

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568 pages A comprehensive celebration of the spectacular and enduring appeal of textiles across time and cultures Textiles are the most ubiquitous, diverse, and consistently creative art form on the planet. This major new work comprises more than one thousand images that highlight the beauty, subtlety, simplicity, or complexity of textiles created around the world. Based on knowledge accrued over a lifetime of immersion in the textile arts, Mary Schoeser’s definitive text offers sweeping insight into the role that textiles have played throughout human civilization. The juxtaposition of historical and contemporary examples highlights the skill and imagination of textile designers through the centuries as well as the remarkable range of achievements. Detailed images and informed captions illustrate the variety and allure of textiles, and the informative descriptions include histories of private collections, underscoring the importance of context for appreciating the exquisite detail of fabric and cloth. An extensive resource section provides valuable information about museum and textile associations across the globe. 1000+ color illustrations 677 SCH t9780500516454 Lasalle College Jakarta Library Catalogue 677 SCH t FD10338 Fashion Design 677 SCH t 1722 2018-01-15 09:35:57 2018-01-15 09:36:30 machine generated