An exploration of the history, technology and lore of fabrics. Chapters are devoted to individual fabrics - wool, cotton, silk; decorative uses, such as upholst... » 

An exploration of the history, technology and lore of fabrics. Chapters are devoted to individual fabrics - wool, cotton, silk; decorative uses, such as upholstery; and contemporary clothing designers and decorators. This book covers its subject from ancient times to the present day. «