Craft Traditions of the World
Sentance Bryan Sentance Polly
ISBN 10: 0500514666 ISBN 13: 9780500514665
Edité par Thames & Hudson, 2009
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pp. 240 480 Illus. (475 Col.). N° de réf. du vendeur 8106607
Synopsis :
This is the first comprehensive survey of crafts worldwide. The techniques used in a particular craft, from backstrap weaving and papercutting to metal casting and wood carving, as well as their history, are explained and illustrated, highlighting an incredible and dazzling diversity of styles. The book is organized geographically with six sections spanning the world, with each section subdivided into nearly 90 crafts altogether. Complete with over 500 illustrations, a glossary, bibliography, information on museums and an index, this survey is an essential document for anyone concerned with art, craft and decorative objects.
À propos de l'auteur: Polly Sentance has had a lifelong enthusiasm for ethnic crafts and has worked on several craft books as a researcher and photographer.
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Détails bibliographiques
Titre : Craft Traditions of the World
Éditeur : Thames & Hudson
Date d'édition : 2009
Reliure : Couverture rigide
Etat : New