Rivers victoria (87 risultati)

Hardback. Condizione: Fair. Embellishment with glittering substances is a worldwide and ancient practice, found in Assyrian bas-reliefs, in the tombs of Scythian nomadic horsemen, the treasures of the pharaohs and in the burials of Andean cultures' high priests. Today these creations are a source of ideas in contemporary fashion and decoration. Victoria Rivers has spent more than a decade in the search for the most spectacular examples of a universally appealing phenomenon. Combining her artist's eye with an in-depth knowledge of textile techniques and drawing on an array of specialist and anthropological research from all the world's continents, she discusses and displays her subject in three main sections. The volume should be useful to anyone concerned with fashion and the textile industry, and anyone interested in symbol and ritual in the evolution of traditional societies.…

hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

Hardcover. Condizione: Très bon. Ancien livre de bibliothèque avec équipements. Couverture différente. Edition 1999. Ammareal reverse jusqu'à 15% du prix net de cet article à des organisations caritatives. ENGLISH DESCRIPTION Book Condition: Used, Very good. Former library book. Different cover. Edition 1999. Ammareal gives back up to 15% of this item's net price to charity organizations. …

Hardback. Condizione: Fair. Embellishment with glittering substances is a worldwide and ancient practice, found in Assyrian bas-reliefs, in the tombs of Scythian nomadic horsemen, the treasures of the pharaohs and in the burials of Andean cultures' high priests. Today these creations are a source of ideas in contemporary fashion and decoration. Victoria Rivers has spent more than a decade in the search for the most spectacular examples of a universally appealing phenomenon. Combining her artist's eye with an in-depth knowledge of textile techniques and drawing on an array of specialist and anthropological research from all the world's continents, she discusses and displays her subject in three main sections. The volume should be useful to anyone concerned with fashion and the textile industry, and anyone interested in symbol and ritual in the evolution of traditional societies.…

Condizione: Very Good. 1ST. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Condizione: Good. 1ST. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Paper Back. Condizione: Very Good.

paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

Paperback. Condizione: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Condizione: Very Good. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. 1999. Art, costume, textiles. Thames & Hudson, 192 p., very good boards and very good dust jacket.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

Condizione: Very Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Condizione: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

hardcover. Condizione: Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read but remains in clean condition. All of the pages are intact and the cover is intact and the spine may show signs of wear. The book may have minor markings which are not specifically mentioned.…

First Edition. First edition. Hardcover. Includes 287 color illustrations. A near fine copy with some slight soiling to the top edge of the pages in a near fine dust jacket with some minor wear and some foxing to the verso.

Condizione: Good. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. In good all round condition. Dust jacket in good condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,1550grams, ISBN:9780500019511.…

Hardcover. Condizione: Fine. Condizione sovraccoperta: Fine. 1st Edition. 192 pp. Grey cloth binding with embossed double dolphin on front cover, gilt titles. 287 color illustrations. FINE condition throughout. "Embellishment with glittering substances is a worldwide and ancient practice. . . . This sumptuously illustrated, superbly designed and highly original odyssey through the world's cultures is essential reading for anyone concerned with the history of textiles and contemporary fashion, as well as all those interested in symbol and ceremonial practice in traditional societies." Highly recommended.…

Trade Paperback. Condizione: Used - Very Good. No region has a textile tradition more vivid and romantic than that of Central Asia. This book provides an illustrated survey of these textiles, displaying in more than 200 color plates the opulent velvets, exquisite embroideries, magnificent felts, and fine cotton weaves produced throughout the area.Janet Harvey describes the decorative motifs, materials, dyes, and looms; the types of objects made and the diverse regional and tribal variations; clothes and costumes; and lavish embroideries and embellishments. A valuable source of information for designers and students, collectors and travelers, the book includes a glossary, a bibliography, and a list of collections. A valuable source of information and an inspiration for anyone interested in the decorative power of textiles. Antiques and the Arts Weekly Very nice clean, tight copy free of any marks.…

Condizione: NF. First paperback edition. Softcover book bound in stiff printed wrappers. 31 cm. 192 pages. Contains color illustrations throughout. This copy has been inscribed and signed by the author directly on the half title page. The book is in near fine condition. No ownership marks/writing present within. Hinges tight, interior pages bright. Light bumping to the covers.…

Hardcover. Condizione: new. New Copy. Customer Service Guaranteed.

Paperback. Condizione: Fine. 1st. (USA) 1st paperback edition, No markings, Fine. Wraps with flaps, 192pp, index, 287 colour illus. From the cover flap: Embellishment with glittering substances is a worldwide and ancient practice. Traces of textiles and other artifacts decorated with gold were depicted in Assyrian bas-reliefs, frozen in the tombs of Scythian nomads, unearthed with the treasures of the pharaohs, and preserved in the burials of Andean cultures' high priests and nobles. These marvelous historical creations and their equally splendid modern counterparts have a visual appeal that makes them a fertile source of inspiration in contemporary fashion and decoration. Victoria Z. Rivers has spent more than a decade in her quest for the most spectacular examples of these textiles. (3.0 JM LVR 200/a0 Size: 4to - over 9¾ - 12" Tall.…

Softcover. A glossy softcover book with French flaps. The title is printed in white font down the black spine. The front cover has a full-color pictorial illustration with the title printed in white. Pages: (5), 6-192. Profusely illustrated with full-color illustrations. Draws on an extraordinary array of international research and anthropological studies to examine the lustrous qualities of silk and the special treatments that give fabrics shimmering qualities. VG+: A book in excellent condition, with tight binding and clean pages. Looks like it has rarely, if ever, been taken from the shelf.…

Hardcover. Condizione: New. New copy.

Hardcover. Condizione: Used-Very Good. 1st. 4to. Cloth, d.j. Some shelf-wear. Else clean copy.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Very Good. 4to, Hardback with Unclipped Dust Jacket. 192 Pages, Numerous Illustrations. Some Light Edge Wear to Dust Jacket, Few Light Marks to Front End Papers, Overall A Very Good Copy in Likewise Dust Jacket. Extra Postage costs will apply to overseas orders. Heavy Book.…

Condizione: New.

Hardcover. Condizione: NF. Hardback in Near Fine condition with Near Fine dust jacket . 9.9 X 1 X 12.5 inches. 192 pages. Signed by the author on half title page and inscribed by the author on front free endpaper. Quick shipping, excellent customer service. All books carefully packaged in boxes and ship with tracking information.…

Hardcover in dust jacket. Condizione: Near Fine. First edition, first printing. Inked owner name ffep with bumps to top front board and bottom corners, else near fine in fine dust jacket with light edgewear, in mylar cover. With 287 color illstrations (illustratore).