Traditional Indonesian Textiles, John Gillow — 1st Edition

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Traditional Indonesian Textiles, John Gillow — 1st Edition

Name: Traditional Indonesian Textiles, John Gillow — 1st Edition
Brand: Broadhursts Books
SKU: 6179
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Publication: London, Thames and Hudson, 1992

Formatting: 4to, pp. 160.

Condition Report: Very Good. The publisher's original black cloth binding remains square and tight, though it displays a notable crimped bump to the lower front board corner alongside trace shelf-wear to the extremities. The gilt ruling and Thames & Hudson dolphin motif to the front board remain bright and unoxidised. Internally, the text block is robust and square, with clean, bright pages entirely free from foxing or spotting. The original glossy dust jacket is well-preserved, presenting vibrant, unfaded colours across the intricate batik patterning, with only superficial rubbing and faint creasing to the upper edges and corner tips.

Catalogue Note: First Edition.

Profusely illustrated with 237 photographs (188 in colour) by Barry Dawson, capturing the vibrant array of textile art across the Indonesian archipelago.

This copy bears a direct presentation inscription from the author in ink on the half-title page, reading: "To Sue / With all best wishes / John Gillow."

While standard copies of this authoritative reference work are relatively common on the secondary market, copies signed or inscribed by the author are scarce, presenting an elevated acquisition for collectors of ethnographic textile history.

In Traditional Indonesian Textiles, John Gillow provides a spectacular visual and historical survey of the intricate fabric arts of the Indonesian archipelago. From the famous resist-dyeing techniques of batik, ikat, and plangi to the luxurious gold-thread brocades of Sumatra, the book explores the deep cultural, spiritual, and historical significance woven into every cloth. Featuring a wealth of striking on-location photography by Barry Dawson, it stands as an essential reference work for students, collectors, and designers alike.

Book Condition: Very Good

Book Authors: John Gillow

Book Publisher: Thames and Hudson

Book Language: English

Narrative Type: Non-Fiction

Genre: Art & Architecture

Book edition: First Edition

Signed: Yes

Book Pages: 160

Book Publication Year: 1992

Book Publication Date:

Book Binding: Hardcover

Illustrator: Barry Dawson

Book Series: N/A

Country/region of manufacture: Singapore, Republic of Singapore

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