Textiles Collection (page 100)

Design for textile with geometrical shapes. Pencil and charcoal on detail paper. Silver Studio. 1933

Design for textile or wallpaper in blue and cream. Gouache on copy paper with ruled lines. Silver Studio. circa 1900

Bronze Age tools and utensils, artwork C016 / 8289
Bronze Age tools and utensils. Artwork of humans producing tools and utensils in Bronze Age Europe. Shown here is the making of earthenware pottery, the milling of cereal grains

Bayeux Tapestry. 1066-1077. Transport of weapons and wine on a cart. Detail. Romanesque art. Tapestry. FRANCE. Bayeux. Archaeological Museum

Jacquard Loom 1804
JACQUARD LOOM First invented 1804 by J M Jacquard (1752-1834): this is probably a somewhat later modification. Date: 1804 and later

Christopher Dresser textile design 1899 Date: 1899

Merriecolour curtains advertisement, 1950s
Advertisement for Grafton Merricolour fabrics featuring a woman looking out of a window as her jolly Merricolour curtains flap in the breeze. 1950s

Prisoners spinning yarn - Yerwada Jail, India
Prisoners spinning yarn - Yerwada Jail, Pune, India (Gandhi was imprisoned here for a time, spinning thread whilst imprisoned). Date: circa 1908

Signs and Symbols on Native Indian Handicrafts
The Signs and Symbols used on indigenous native American handicrafts and jewelery. The Date: circa late 1930s

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Man weaving on a large hand-loom. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Young girl learning to sew, frontier America. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Tricycles next to Muxiyuan textile market, Fengtai District, Beijing, China, Asia

Bosnia Herzegovina - Trebinje. A group of Muslim Carpet and Textile sellers - two are seated and smoking a Hookah Pipe

Bursa - Interior of the silk textile works - Turkey
The interior of the silk textile works of Bay Freres, Bursa, Turkey. The textile manufacturers of Bursa were responsible for making the silk velvet covering for the Ka aba in Mecca

Group of Albanians and Woman in traditional costume

Princess Margaret
PRINCESS MARGARET Inspects nylon lace used in a ballgown designed by the fashion designer, Victor Stiebel, a favourite designer of the princess. Date: 1930-2002

First Mill textile factory, Leigh, Lancashire
Exterior view of the Firs Mill textile factory, Leigh, Lancashire

Making bogolan (mud cloth) on cotton, Segou, Mali, West Africa, Africa

Traditional Kirghiz felt wall hanging, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, Central Asia, Asia

Silk scarves, Chatuchak weekend market, Bangkok, Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

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"Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Textiles: From Ancient Relics to Modern Craftsmanship" The Shroud of Turin: A mysterious textile that has captivated believers and skeptics alike, believed by some to be the burial cloth of Jesus Christ. Paris, France: A fashion capital known for its exquisite textiles and haute couture, where designers weave their creativity into stunning garments. Bayeux Tapestry (1066-1077): Depicting scenes from the Battle of Hastings, this iconic textile offers a glimpse into medieval warfare and Norman conquest in Europe. Hand block printing at Crysede Island Works: Witnessing craftsmanship from the 1930s in St Ives, Cornwall, as artisans meticulously create intricate patterns on fabrics using traditional techniques. A Street Scene in Cairo: Charles Robertson's painting transports us to Egypt's bustling markets filled with vibrant textiles that reflect the region's rich cultural heritage. Muslim Prayer Carpet: An embodiment of devotion and artistry from Palestine, this intricately designed carpet serves as a sacred space for prayer in the Middle East. Cotton Dye Works: Unveiling the behind-the-scenes process of transforming raw cotton fibers into colorful fabrics through dyeing techniques perfected over centuries. Dressmakers Workshop: Stepping into a world where skilled hands bring fabric to life; witness seamstresses crafting garments with precision and passion. Building Ships in Preparation for War (Bayeux Tapestry): Normandy's historical tapestry showcases how textiles played a role even beyond clothing - aiding shipbuilding during times of conflict. Death of King Harold (Bayeux Tapestry): This poignant scene reminds us how they are immortalize history; an arrow piercing King Harold's eye forever etched onto fabric threads. Clash between Norman Cavalry and Harolds Foot Soldiers (Bayeux Tapestry).