| Weight | 0.13 kg |
|---|---|
| ISBN | 818901143X |
| Format | |
| Publication Date | 2005 |
| Pages | 179 |
| Author | |
| Author Description | |
| Publisher | |
| Language |
HOME SCIENCE AND TEXTILES
₨ 1,495
In stock
₨ 1,495
In stock
| Weight | 0.13 kg |
|---|---|
| ISBN | 818901143X |
| Format | |
| Publication Date | 2005 |
| Pages | 179 |
| Author | |
| Author Description | |
| Publisher | |
| Language |
Indian Textiles have a glorious tradition going back about fifty centuries, nourished by the creative and innovative energies of its craftsmen. Lavishly illustrated with color photographs, including those of rare or unusual museum pieces, this book encapsulates one of the greatest of Indian achievements. Indian Textiles have a glorious tradition going back about fifty centuries, nourished by the creative and innovative energies of its craftsmen. Upto the 18th century no other country in the world produced such an abundance and variety of textiles; at that time India was the larger exporter of textiles. This book briefly traces the story of Indian textiles. The six sections of the book cover fabrics and the importance of color: the processes of fabrics, their dyeing, weaving and embellishments such as embroidery, brocading and printing; and ends with a fervent plea for the sustenance of this heritage.Lavishly illustrated with color photographs, including those of rare or unusual museum pieces, this book encapsulates one of the greatest of Indian achievements.
His Majesty has caused carpets to be made of wonderful varieties and charming texture…’ – wrote Abul Fazl of the Emperor Akbar in the 16th century.
The high technical accomplishments of classical carpets and their luxurious materials astonished the world; today, more than four centuries later, India remains a major producer of fine quality hand-knotted carpets.
This book briefly looks at the history and craft of the carpet in India and its design inspirations, from the early Persian influence to the evolved Indian style. The main production centres are also viewed. Apart from the pile carpet, an account of durries, their antiquity, decline and revival, is also given.
Lavishly illustrated with colour photographs from a number of sources, from museums to weaving villages, this book is a glimpse of one of the most celebrated of Indian textile arts.
