A comprehensive survey of Nigeria's rich textile traditions, documenting weaving, dyeing, and embroidery techniques across diverse Nigerian cultures. Eicher examines strip-woven cloth, indigo-dyed fabrics, resist-dyed adire, embroidered robes, and other handcrafted textiles, exploring their production methods, cultural significance, and aesthetic principles. Published during a period of growing appreciation for African textile arts, this work captures traditional practices and regional variations before widespread industrialization. An invaluable resource for textile historians, collectors, designers, and scholars of African material culture seeking detailed documentation of Nigerian fiber arts and craftsmanship.
Hardback
118 pages
Please note: All titles are vintage or out-of-print editions. While condition may differ from images shown, each book is in good condition unless stated otherwise.
A comprehensive survey of Nigeria's rich textile traditions, documenting weaving, dyeing, and embroidery techniques across diverse Nigerian cultures. Eicher examines strip-woven cloth, indigo-dyed fabrics, resist-dyed adire, embroidered robes, and other handcrafted textiles, exploring their production methods, cultural significance, and aesthetic principles. Published during a period of growing appreciation for African textile arts, this work captures traditional practices and regional variations before widespread industrialization. An invaluable resource for textile historians, collectors, designers, and scholars of African material culture seeking detailed documentation of Nigerian fiber arts and craftsmanship.
Hardback
118 pages
Please note: All titles are vintage or out-of-print editions. While condition may differ from images shown, each book is in good condition unless stated otherwise.