A rich and authoritative sourcebook on silk, with more than 600 colour illustrations
See InsideSilk has long captured the imagination of peoples round the globe, inspiring creativity in the making of luxurious textiles. This major new survey draws on the exceptional collections of London’s Victoria and Albert Museum and explores tradition and innovation across the history and geography of silk production, celebrating the ingenuity and skill of designers and makers.
Structured by technique, from weaving and knitting to dyeing, printing and embroidery, this compendium showcases a rich variety of artworks, furnishings and clothing, including fashions from recent designer catwalk shows in North America, Asia and Europe. Silk will inform every student, connoisseur and admirer of beautiful textiles.
'Luxurious ... any fan of fashion will devour this exquisite volume'
Publishers Weekly
Format: Hardback
Size: 28.0 x 23.0 cm
Extent: 504 pp
Illustrations: 620
Publication date: 7 October 2021
ISBN: 9780500480656