The Andean Science of Weaving Structures and Techniques of Warp-Faced Weaves : With Over 450 Colour Illustrations

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.

ISBN:	9780500517925
Publisher:	Thames and Hudson Ltd
Imprint:	Thames and Hudson
Published date:	15 Jun 2015
DEWEY:	746.41
DEWEY edition:	23
Language:	English
Number of pages:	352
Weight:	2278g
Height:	307mm
Width:	239mm
Spine width:	35mm

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