Wertz, Julie

Turkey Red (Textiles that Changed the World)

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ISBN 13:
9781350216501
author:
Wertz, Julie
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Bloomsbury Visual Arts
language:
English
Publication Year:
2018
Pages:
240
Dimensions:
24.6 x 18.9 x 2.5 centimetres (0
Genre:
Arts & Photography, Art, Fashion,
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£31.39

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Turkey Red: A Study of the Exceptional Textile Dyeing Process

This multi-disciplinary study explores the Turkey red textile dyeing process and its significance in the context of the Industrial Revolution. The production of this prized textile, renowned for its brilliant colour and durability, was a complex and innovative process that drove technological advances in chemistry and dyeing.

Through an examination of key producers, technical developments, and object case studies, Turkey Red sheds light on the arc of the Turkey red industry and its global impact. The book offers a unique perspective on this fascinating textile, drawing on both historical and contemporary study to reveal its material characterisation and enduring legacy.

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