Woven Works

Woven Works by John & Susan Hamamura. Published by Prism Edition/Chronicle Book, San Francisco, CA, 1978. 1st Edition. Paperback. Size 8vo. Condition: Nr Fine. LCCN 78-17163. This book traces the techniques and motifs used by 36 contemporary fiber artists back to their origins in the crafts of Africa, the Middle East, Scandinavia, Peru, Bolivia, and Japan. By comparing the ancient and the modern pieces shown in this book, it is possible to see how a certain knotting technique or a particular border decoration done thousands of years ago is recapitulated in the modern work. Color photographs illustrate. 95 Pgs. Description text copyright 2008 www.BooksForComfort.com. Item ID 19069.