The Kimono Inspiration
| Author | : Textile Museum (Washington, D.C.) |
| Publisher | : Pomegranate |
| Total Pages | : 216 |
| Release | : 1996 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9780876545980 |
| ISBN-13 | : 0876545983 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (983 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis The Kimono Inspiration by : Textile Museum (Washington, D.C.)
Download or read book The Kimono Inspiration written by Textile Museum (Washington, D.C.) and published by Pomegranate. This book was released on 1996 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book explores the use and meaning of the kimono in America and traces the transformation of the garment from its ethnic origins, through its many appearances in fine art, costume, and high fashion, to its role in the contemporary Art-to-Wear Movement. It explores the American use of the kimono as a garment, as a symbol, and as an art form.
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