Author: Asha Rani Mathur
Publisher: Rupa
Year: 2002
Language: English
Pages: 96
ISBN/UPC (if available): 8171676995
Description
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.
ETERNAL INDIA SERIES
The cultural expression of India is as varied in style as it is in form and this is due partly to the size of the land, its myriad religions, races, beliefs, customs and its many layered history.
The series combines pieces of this splendid mosaic with an eye on the apparent as well as the hidden nuances; on tradition and continuity as well as the winds of change.
Contents
Introduction: Woven Winds
CHAPTER ONE
Fabric and Color
CHAPTER TWO
The Magic of the Loom
CHAPTER THREE
Colour and Weave
CHAPTER FOUR
Paint and Print
CHAPTER FIVE
Embroidery, the Art of the Needle
CHAPTER SIX
Pallu, the End Piece
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