Beyond the Tanabata Bridge: Traditional Japanese Textiles

Beyond the Tanabata Bridge: Traditional Japanese Textiles

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Book Description
Startling in their capacity to embody aesthetic and social values, the woven arts from Japan suggest that culture's long history and rich tradition of producing textiles that can truly be considered an art form. Exquisitely quiet yet graphic communication, the fibers, color, weave, and style of these objects tell us both about their makers and the individuals for whom they were made - his or her place in society, including status, wealth, and associations.

This volume is authoritative guide to folk textiles of Japan from the 18th to 20th century based on one of America's most comprehensive collections at the Seattle Art Museum. Illustrated are Ainu textiles, sashiko, kogin and hishizashi, kasuri, shiborizome and koshi patterns, and textiles of Okinawa.

Beyond the Tanabata Bridge: Traditional Japanese Textiles,William Jay Rathbun,Thames & Hudson,0932216404,Art,Asian,Collections, Catalogs, Exhibitions - General,Crafts / Hobbies,Design - Textile & Costume,General

Book Contents:

1. Black, Bold & Beautiful Quilts (Love to Quilt)
2. Body Painting Kit: All You Need to Decorate the Body Beautiful
3. Carving the Head in the Classic European Tradition : A Woodsculpting Course in Proportion and Design
4. Celebrate Spring
5. Celebrate the Seasons (Gooseberry Patch)
6. Celebrate the Seasons With Quilts
7. Celtic Stencil Designs CD-ROM and Book (Dover Electronic Clip Art)
8. Charm Quilts With Style
9. Chic Knits: Mix Novelty Yarns to Create 25 Ponchos, Capes, Tops & Purses
10. Christmas Comfort & Joy (Better Homes & Gardens)

Book Contents

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