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Creative Design in Wall Hangings: Weaving Patterns Based on Primitive and Medieval Art

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creative designs in wall hangings

weaving patterns based on primitive and medieval art

by lili blumenau

1967

contents

list of color plates

part 1: wall hangings: past & present

1. the coptic weavers of egypt

2. the pre-incan and incan tapestries of peru

3. the medieval weavers

4. the contemporary weavers

part 2: the art of weaving wall hangings

5. equipment

6. yarns & other materials

7. loom preparation and weaving procedures

8. weave techniques & methods

9. making a wall hanging

hardcover - 1967 - first edition - 213 pages

This is a very detailed and specialized book for the person interested in the ancient art of weaving with a loom. The author draws inspiration from primitive and medieval art.

Includes discussion of the tapestry designs of the Egyptians Coptics, pre-Incan and Incan Peru, and medieval France. The challenge is how to translate ancient design into modern projects using contemporary materials.

Talks about how to select a loom, and goes into detail about yarns, preparation for weaving, and weaving techniques. The book contains numerous black and white illustrations and photos, and a few color photos.