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Tapestries have been an enigmatic form of artwork for hundreds of years, with the intricate symbolism of their woven narratives still fascinating viewers today.
Far from being an outdated craft, tapestries continue to be woven to this day, both by talented amateurs in their homes and by highly skilled artisans in studios and workshops around the world.
In this beautiful illustrated introduction to the history of tapestries, Rosita Sheen reveals the fascinating story of these masterpieces, exploring their conception, manufacture, and symbolism right up to the present day.
Tapestries have been an enigmatic form of artwork for hundreds of years, with the intricate symbolism of their woven narratives still fascinating viewers today.
Far from being an outdated craft, tapestries continue to be woven to this day, both by talented amateurs in their homes and by highly skilled artisans in studios and workshops around the world.
In this beautiful illustrated introduction to the history of tapestries, Rosita Sheen reveals the fascinating story of these masterpieces, exploring their conception, manufacture, and symbolism right up to the present day.
What is a Tapestry?
Ancient and Medieval Tapestries
Patrons and Creations
Renaissance Heyday and Decline
The Modern Rebirth of Tapestry
Glossary
Further Reading
Places to Visit
Index
| Erscheinungsjahr: | 2019 |
|---|---|
| Genre: | Importe, Kunst |
| Rubrik: | Kunst & Musik |
| Thema: | Innenarchitektur & Design |
| Medium: | Taschenbuch |
| Reihe: | Shire Library |
| Inhalt: | Kartoniert / Broschiert |
| ISBN-13: | 9781784423834 |
| ISBN-10: | 1784423831 |
| Sprache: | Englisch |
| Einband: | Kartoniert / Broschiert |
| Autor: | Sheen, Rosita |
| Hersteller: |
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Shire Library |
| Verantwortliche Person für die EU: | Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, D-36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr@libri.de |
| Maße: | 208 x 148 x 10 mm |
| Von/Mit: | Rosita Sheen |
| Erscheinungsdatum: | 31.10.2019 |
| Gewicht: | 0,147 kg |