Thrums Llc: 2 books
Weaving in the Peruvian Highlands
Dreaming Patterns, Weaving Memories
Language: English
Release Date: October 16, 2015
A richly illustrated look at Andean weaving, which embodies the living history and culture of the Peruvian highlands, this guide extensively catalogs many of the intricate patterns found in traditional Peruvian textiles. Exploring the personal histories of the Quechua people who sustain this...
Textile Guide to the Highlands of Chiapas
Guía Textil de los Altos de Chiapas
Language: English
Release Date: August 10, 2015
A richly illustrated, bilingual book, this guide visits 20 villages in the Chiapas Highlands to showcase their stunning handwoven cloth while also providing an insider’s look into their history, folklore, festivals, traditions, and daily lives. Ritual transvestites, Virgin statues draped with native...