Silk in Africa by Chris Spring

Silk in Africa by Chris Spring

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This text explores the rich and diverse range of silk and textiles from Africa. Focusing on over 30 pieces from the British Museum's collection, it brings together traditions of silk weaving and embroidery from throughout the African continent.

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Silk in Africa by Chris Spring

The authors also discuss the makers of the textiles, how ideas travelled across the continent and the significance of pattern and symbolism.
Chris Spring is curator of the contemporary African art and the eastern and southern African collection at the British Museum.
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ISBN 13 9780714125633
ISBN 10 0714125636
Title Silk in Africa
Author Chris Spring
Series Fabric Folios
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher British Museum Press
Year published 2002-05-07
Number of pages 88
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