A guide to the fundamentals of the materials and techniques used to create textiles.

" "This book discusses the origin of the red colorant derived from the insect cochineal, its early use in Precolumbian ritual textiles from Mexico and Peru, and the spread of the American dyestuff through cultural interchange following the ...

"This unique volume illustrates and discusses in detail more than 160 extraordinary fine and decorative art works of the colonial Andes, including examples of the intricate Inca weavings and metalwork that preceded the colonial era as well ...

"The tradition of weaving textiles with four finished edges—selvages—characterizes the creative process of the ancient weavers of Peru, known for their mastery of color, technique, and design.

Bespreking van precolumbiaans textiel en decoratie van de Inca's bij de expositie Inca Dress Code in het Museum Kunst & Geschiedenis in Brussel.