Textiles: The Art of Mankind,Schoeser, Mary Mary Schoeser,

Textiles: The Art of Mankind,Schoeser, Mary Mary Schoeser,

Thames & Hudson Ltd

Discover the spectacular and enduring appeal of textiles, the most ubiquitous and creative art form on Earth. This comprehensive book by Mary Schoeser, a leading textile historian, offers a sweeping survey of the role textiles have played throughout human civilization. Explore over a thousand historical and contemporary images, accompanied by insightful texts, that illustrate the vast variety of materials, their manipulations, and surface treatments. Detailed descriptions delve into the histories of private collections and highlight the importance of context for appreciating the exquisite detail of fabric and cloth, with a focus on geometric, abstract, natural, and pictorial imagery. This sumptuous publication is an extensive resource, providing information about museums and textile associations worldwide. It is the one book that all lovers of textiles will covet. Book Title: Textiles The Art of Mankind Author: Mary Schoeser Format: Hardback Pages: 568 ISBN: 9780500516454 Release Date: 5/11/2012

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