The Indian Textile Sourcebook
This comprehensive atlas explores Indian textiles through more than 300 designs from the V&A collection. Organized by Floral, Figurative, and Abstract & Geometric patterns, it combines historical context with detailed views of structure, surface, color, weaving, and embellishment techniques.
About This Book
The Indian Textile Sourcebook presents a comprehensive visual atlas of Indian textiles, with designs organized by pattern type and technique.
An introductory overview explores the production methods, uses, colors, and diverse traditions associated with Indian textiles.
Three chapters—Floral, Figurative, and Abstract & Geometric—examine pattern styles alongside historical context.
More than 300 designs are shown in detail, including close-ups and reverse images that reveal weaving, surface, and embellishment techniques.
Extensive cross-referencing by theme and process makes this volume a practical resource for studying Indian textile design.
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