Japanese Textiles [Hardcover]

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Hardcover: 144 pages
Publisher: Victoria & Albert Museum (Jan 1 2000)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1851773169
ISBN-13: 978-1851773169
Product Dimensions: 30.2 x 25.1 x 9.1 cm
Shipping Weight: 1.2 Kg
Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #1,912,885 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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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.