Dress in Detail From Around the World
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| Rating | : | 4.15 (750 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1851773789 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 224 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-10-11 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
The result is a stunningly beautiful book that provides a unique glimpse into the V&A's world-famous dress collections, and opens our eyes to the variety and creativity of dress around the world.. Some 150 pieces, from the tropics to the Arctic circle, from the plains of India to the mountains of Montenegro, have been chosen to illustrate how different cultures create their regional and national costume. Details of fastenings, necklines, cuffs, hemlines and fringes contribute to a wide-ranging survey which is both a visual feast of textures, patterns and craftsmanship, and a serious contribution to the interpretation of dress. The text is packed with information about the garments, the ways they were worn and how they were made. The garments range from the ceremonial to the everyday, and display a breathtaking richness of detail: rows of ornamental buttons, embroidered patterns, intricate pleating and stitching, flamboyant fringes and tassels that define and decorate at one and the same time. Featuring specially commissioned photographs and line drawings that demonstrate the underlying structure of each garment, the book is arranged thematically, drawing together examples of each type of detail and decoration from disparate cultures
Verity Wilson is a Curator in the Department of Asian Art at the V&A. Her publications include Indian Embroidery (V&A, 2000) and Indian Ikat Textiles (V&A, 1998). . Rosemary Crill is Curator of the Department of Asian Art at the V&A. Jennifer Wearden is a Curator in the Department of Furniture, Textiles and Fashion at the V&A, and co-author with Clare Browne of Samplers (V&A, 1999) and with Marianne Ellis of Ottom
Jennifer Wearden is a Curator in the Department of Furniture, Textiles and Fashion at the V&A, and co-author with Clare Browne of Samplers (V&A, 1999) and with Marianne Ellis of Ottoman Embroidery (V&A, 2001). . Her publications include Indian Embroidery (V&A, 2000) and Indian Ikat Textiles (V&A, 1998). About the Author Rosemary Crill is Curator of the Department of Asian Art at the V&A. She is the author of Chinese Dress (V&A, 1986). Verity Wilson is a Curator in the Department of Asian Art at the V&A
"Exquisite!" according to A Customer. Sumptuous full-color, full-page photos of historic clothing details, supplemented by intriguing line drawings of the entire garments and succinct commentary. This book can serve as a source of inspiration for anyone seeking elegance, beauty, vitality, and imagination in design. Interes. Inspirational for sewers and designers of Wearable Art! Dress in Detail from around the world is one of the most inspirational books I have purchased. It expands your paradigm for designing your own patterns using the line drawings of these costumes. The embellishments, closures and use of multiple fabric combos is endless. The designs are . Beautiful photos, excellent text This is one of the most gorgeous and inspirational dress/costume books I've ever seen. The photos are clear, detailed, and focus on all the right things. If you're looking for design ideas or just eye candy, this fits the bill. It's a pity amazon.com doesn't remove the one-star review.