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Looking at Textiles : a Guide to Technical Terms by Phipps, Elena is a nonfiction available to read on EtoBox.
What is Looking at Textiles : a Guide to Technical Terms about?
Textiles have been made and used by every culture throughout history. However diverse - whether an Egyptian mummy wrapping, a Turkish carpet, Italian velvet, American quilt, or a Scottish kilt - all textiles have basic elements in common. This guide deals with the fundamental terms, materials, and techniques used to create textiles.
Who reads Looking at Textiles : a Guide to Technical Terms?
It is typically read by self-directed learners exploring a subject in depth.
Common subject areas: history, science, philosophy, social sciences.
- Author
- Phipps, Elena
- Publisher
- J. Paul Getty Museum ; Roundhouse [distributor
- Published
- 2012
- Language
- EN
- ISBN
- 9781606060803
- Category
- nonfiction
- Subjects
- Home & Lifestyle, Technology, Light Industry
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 (29 ratings)
- Updated
- 2026-03-14
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