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The Fabric of Moroccan Life Book by Ivo Grammet and Niloo Imami Paydar

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The Fabric of Moroccan Life Book by Ivo Grammet and Niloo Imami Paydar. By Indianapolis Museum of Art. For centuries, the people of Morocco have been producing magnificent embroideries, pile rugs, and flatweaves. The Fabric of Moroccan Life showcases rare embroideries, hangings, and rugs that reflect the broad range of traditions and cultural influences active in Morocco during the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries. The book explores the artistic importance of these superb weavings as well as their central role in Moroccan culture.Approximately 150 pieces - and numerous details - are illustrated in colour, and additional photographs (including many that were taken in the 1930s) show how they were once used in everyday life in Morocco. The book includes essays on Moroccan embroidery and its origins, traditional costumes of the cities and rural areas, the weavings of the Berbers and other ethnic groups, and the distinctive characteristics of items made by particular ethnic sub-groups. The contributing writers are eminent scholars and experts in a variety of fields, including Moroccan history and culture; Moroccan rugs, textiles, and clothing; and natural dyes. A wealth of information is included that has never before been available in one volume.Niloo Imami Paydar is curator of textiles and costumes at the Indianapolis Museum of Art. Ivo Grammet is coordinator of a new museum in Nador, northern Morocco. The contributors include Gérard Boëly, Gebhard Blazek, Katherine Dolk-Ellis, Narjys El Alaoui, Mustapha Hansali, Annette Korolnik-Andersch, Marcel Korolnik, Zineb Lehmam, Russell Pickering, Ahmed Skounti, Frieda Sorber, Wilfried Stanzer, and Marie-France Vivier. This is a beautiful large hardcover coffee table book. Author Indianapolis Museum Of Art & Niloo Imami Paydar & Ivo Grammet Format/Binding Hardcover in Dust Jacket Book Condition Used - Fine in Fine dust jacket Edition First Edition Binding Hardcover Publisher Indianapolis Museum of Art Place Of Publication Indianapolis Date Published 2002.
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  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12.5 in (31.75 cm)Width: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Depth: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (In the Style Of)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1992
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    North Hollywood, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: LC221stDibs: LU906825349592
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