Title
The Book Of Silk,New
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Luxury, Beauty, Refinement, Sensuality, Elegance Silk Is Synonymous With All Of These. No Fibre Natural Or Manmade Rivals Its Versatility. Silk Is Light But Strong, Smooth And Soft, Supremely Adaptable. It Can Be Made Wonderfully Warm Or Deliciously Cool. It Can Be Dyed With Infinite Subtlety Or Boldness. When Worn Or Draped, Its Fluidity Is Spellbinding. This Book Follows The Story Of This Remarkable Material Through The Ages, Reproducing Hundreds Of Fabrics, Furnishings And Garments From All Parts Of The World. From Ancient China, Where The Secret Of Reeling Silkworm Cocoons Was First Discovered, The Narrative Leads By The Legendary Silk Routes To Byzantium And The Islamic World, To Ottoman Turkey And India And On To The Renaissance, Baroque And Rococo Silks Of Western Christendom. In Modern Times The Fashion Industry Yields A Wonderful Array Of Silk Designs, From Fortuny And Balenciaga, Poiret And Schiaparelli. At Every Stage, Silks Status As The Most Prized Fabric Of All Ensured That It Commanded The Most Creative Talents Of Each Period, From Anonymous Chinese Masters To The Celebrated Dressmakers Of France And Italy. A Selection Of Illustrations, Many Drawn From Private Collections, Reveals Silks Omnipresence In Couture And Decoration, Carpets, Embroidery And Even Painting. As Traveller, Writer, Exhibitions Organizer And Collector, Philippa Scott Has Been Fascinated By Silk All Her Life. She Studied Textiles At Leicester Art College And Is Contributing Editor Of 'Hali'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Book of Silk' about? A: 'The Book of Silk' explores the history and versatility of silk, detailing its journey from ancient China through various cultures and artistic expressions up to modern fashion.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Book of Silk'? A: The author is Philippa Scott, a writer and textiles expert with a lifelong fascination for silk.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The Book of Silk' is bound in hardcover, providing durability and a premium feel.
- Q: How many pages are in 'The Book of Silk'? A: The book contains 256 pages filled with illustrations and information about silk.
- Q: When was 'The Book of Silk' published? A: 'The Book of Silk' was published on December 30, 1999.
- Q: What category does 'The Book of Silk' fall under? A: 'The Book of Silk' is categorized under Textile & Costume.
- Q: Is 'The Book of Silk' a first edition? A: Yes, this publication is a first edition.
- Q: What can I expect to find in the illustrations of the book? A: The illustrations in 'The Book of Silk' include a wide array of fabrics, furnishings, and garments from different cultures and historical periods.
- Q: Is 'The Book of Silk' suitable for fashion enthusiasts? A: Yes, the book is a great resource for fashion enthusiasts, showcasing silk's role in historical and modern design.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'The Book of Silk'? A: Themes of luxury, beauty, and the cultural significance of silk throughout history are explored in depth in the book.