Mexican Textiles

by Takahashi, Masako

• ISBN13: 9780811833783
• ISBN10: 081183378X
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2003-06-01
• Publisher: Chronicle Books Llc

Summary

Whether it s a hand-woven sarape, a festive square of oilcloth, or a delicate trimming of lace, Mexican textiles reflect passionate appreciation for color, pattern, and design. In the dazzling pages of Mexican Textiles, photographer and Mexican art aficionado Masako Takahashi shares her love of the form, taking readers on a journey through this sun-drenched land. She visits artisan workshops, weaving centers, lace makers, and family-owned rug manufacturers for an inside view of how traditional fabrics are designed, dyed, woven, and finished. Takahashi also takes her camera into scores of unique homes to show how new and antique woven treasures are used to advantage in modern d cor. In the text, readers discover insightful notes on regional differences, history, technique, and tips for identifying quality materials and craftsmanship. Overflowing with exuberance and creative ideas, and including a resource section listing the major textile markets and vendors throughout Mexico, Mexican Textiles is an indispensable resource book for appreciating and collecting artfully crafted Mexican fabrics.

Author Biography

Masako Takahashi is a much-exhibited artist and photographer who divides her time between Venice, California, and San Miguel de Allende, Mexico.

Tony Cohan has spent much of the past 12 years in Mexico. He is the author of four novels, and his reviews, essays, and travel writing on Mexico have appeared in numerous magazines.

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION BY TONY COHAN	7	(4)
CHAPTER ONE
CLOTHING	11	(20)
CHAPTER TWO
COTTONS	31	(20)
CHAPTER THREE
WOOLENS	51	(24)
CHAPTER FOUR
OAXACAN RUGS	75	(20)
CHAPTER FIVE
LINENS AND LACE	95	(26)
CHAPTER SIX
SPECIALTY FABRICS	121	(17)
SHOPPER'S GUIDE	138	(5)
BIBLIOGRAPHY	143