Interwoven Globe: The Worldwide Textile Trade, 1500 - 1800 | Interwoven Globe: The Worldwide Textile Trade, 1500-1800

Interwoven Globe: The Worldwide Textile Trade, 1500-1800

Thames & Hudson

Overview

This book examines the global textile trade from the 16th to the 19th century, shifting the focus from commerce to design history. It explores the interconnectedness of textiles, trade, and evolving tastes, influenced by European exploration and Western demand for Eastern goods. The study highlights the crucial role of natural dyes and the development of a global visual culture that shaped textile aesthetics and techniques worldwide.

Who it's for

• Readers interested in the history of design and global trade.
• Those fascinated by the cultural exchange of textiles and fashion.
• Individuals exploring the impact of exploration on art and aesthetics.

Key features

• Hardcover binding.
• 360 pages.
• ISBN: 9780500517161.
• Published by Thames & Hudson.
• Covers the period 1500-1800.