The Andean Science of Weaving : Structures and Techniques of Warp-faced Weaves Hardback
by Denise Y. Arnold, Elvira Espejo
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The warp-faced weaves of the Andes are the most complex in the world, with up to eight warp levels.
Existing studies of Andean textiles use a technical language derived from other textile traditions (mainly tapestry from Europe and the Near East), but this book takes as its starting-point the technical terms in the Aymara and Quechua languages used by Andean weavers themselves.
The result is a completely new way of understanding one of the great craft traditions of the world.
Within its field, the authors’ work is truly groundbreaking.
This is a highly technical book that sets out the authors’ alternative classification system via tables, photographs and diagrams.
It is also a celebration of one of the most gorgeous and sophisticated weaving traditions in the world.
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In Stock - Less than 10 copies availableFree UK DeliveryEstimated delivery 2-3 working days
- Format:Hardback
- Pages:352 pages, With over 450 colour illustrations
- Publisher:Thames & Hudson Ltd
- Publication Date:15/06/2015
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- ISBN:9780500517925
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In Stock - Less than 10 copies availableFree UK DeliveryEstimated delivery 2-3 working days
- Format:Hardback
- Pages:352 pages, With over 450 colour illustrations
- Publisher:Thames & Hudson Ltd
- Publication Date:15/06/2015
- Category:
- ISBN:9780500517925