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African Textiles: The Karun Thakar Collection

African Textiles: The Karun Thakar Collection

This book offers a fascinating journey through the history and culture of textiles in Africa drawn from the private collection of Karun Thakar, widely considered to be one of the best in the world. This collection of rare and exquisite textiles from Central, Northern, and West Africa includes weavings from Ghana, Nigeria, and the Ivory Coast; embroideries, veils, and haiks from Morocco and Tunisia; and raffia fabrics from Congo. Organized by region, each piece is dramatically photographed to highlight the extraordinary colors, patterns, and skill with which it was created. Drawn from a collection consisting of over 4,000 pieces, this book illustrates the most important textiles from
the renowned collection. The book provides not only a thrilling
sample of timeless patterns and designs but also a historical
perspective that deepens our understanding of the importance
of woven materials in the African tradition.
Country USA
Brand Prestel
Manufacturer Prestel
Binding Hardcover
ItemPartNumber 230 colour
Color Multicolor
ReleaseDate 2015-11-25
UnitCount 1
EANs 9783791381633

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