Japanese Textiles [Hardcover]

Anna Jackson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 2000

This volume presents highlights from the Victoria and Albert Museum's extensive collection of Japanese textiles and dress. Ranging from sumptuous embroidered kimono and woven actor's robes to the indigo-dyed textiles of rural Japanhave been employed by Japanese textile artists in the production of woven, printed and embroidered textiles from the 17th century to modern day. The richness and variety of the textitles are conveyed by the specially commissioned photographs, which include images of garments, bedcovers, gift covers, door curtains, decorative hangings, fabric lengths and samples. Offering a wealth of inspiration to contemporary designers this book provides an introduction to a vibrant cultural tradition.

Editorial Reviews

Review

'Will inspire weavers and designers to keep textile arts alive for future generations' World of Interiors 'An inspiration to anyone with an interest in textiles' International Textiles --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

About the Author

Anna Jackson is Deputy Keeper of the V&A’s Asian Department and co-curator of the forthcoming exhibition Maharajas. She co-curated Encounters and co-edited the accompanying book. She is also the author of Expo: International Expositions 1851–2010 and a contributor to Art Deco.

--This text refers to the Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 144 pages
• Publisher: Victoria & Albert Museum (January 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1851773169
• ISBN-13: 978-1851773169
• Product Dimensions: 11.9 x 9.9 x 3.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.6 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,729,725 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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