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International Basketry: For Weavers and Collectors
Christopher Will
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Description for International Basketry: For Weavers and Collectors
Paperback. This beautifully illustrated volume presents baskets woven from natural fibers over many years and from diverse American, European and international cultures. Detailed drawings of many weaves will enable craftsmen today to duplicate and experiment with a variety of materials and patterns. Num Pages: 192 pages, 436 photos. BIC Classification: WC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 303 x 228 x 10. Weight in Grams: 750.
This beautifully illustrated volume presents baskets woven from natural fibers over a long period of time and from diverse American, European and International cultures. Specialized baskets for work places, as architectural elements and for domestic and farm chores are shown in over 400 black and white and 31 color pictures. The text explores the origins of the plants which produce weavable fibres, localized preparation techniques, and a wide variety of weaving styles and forms. The extensive picture captions identify the use, origin, material and size of each basket and reflect the cultural styles. Detailed drawings of many weaves ... Read more
This beautifully illustrated volume presents baskets woven from natural fibers over a long period of time and from diverse American, European and International cultures. Specialized baskets for work places, as architectural elements and for domestic and farm chores are shown in over 400 black and white and 31 color pictures. The text explores the origins of the plants which produce weavable fibres, localized preparation techniques, and a wide variety of weaving styles and forms. The extensive picture captions identify the use, origin, material and size of each basket and reflect the cultural styles. Detailed drawings of many weaves ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
Schiffer Pub Ltd
Condition
New
Number of Pages
192
Place of Publication
Atglen, United States
ISBN
9780887400377
SKU
V9780887400377
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 5 to 9 working days
Ref
99-2
About Christopher Will
The author has had a long career studying plant fibres and shares his knowledge and enjoyment of basket weaving with his readers.
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