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Weaving as an Art Form
Theo Moorman
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Description for Weaving as an Art Form
Paperback. Num Pages: 104 pages, 8 colour & 60 b/w photos. BIC Classification: WFB; WFG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 227 x 147 x 7. Weight in Grams: 250.
Outstanding among textile artists is Theo Moorman, a British weaver who has taught extensively in the United States. Illustrated with beautiful color and black and white examples of her work are her thoughts on the design and aesthetic expression embodied in a woven fabric. The technique of weaving that bears her name is explained with numerous ways the Moorman technique may be varied and used with further exploration. Her experiences with commissioned works are utilized in a special chapter relating the problems and opportunities these present.
Outstanding among textile artists is Theo Moorman, a British weaver who has taught extensively in the United States. Illustrated with beautiful color and black and white examples of her work are her thoughts on the design and aesthetic expression embodied in a woven fabric. The technique of weaving that bears her name is explained with numerous ways the Moorman technique may be varied and used with further exploration. Her experiences with commissioned works are utilized in a special chapter relating the problems and opportunities these present.
Product Details
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing Ltd United States
Number of pages
104
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1986
Condition
New
Number of Pages
104
Place of Publication
Atglen, United States
ISBN
9780887400681
SKU
V9780887400681
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99-2
About Theo Moorman
Theo Moorman, MBE (1907-1990) was a dedicated artist weaver. She developed an innovative weaving technique (the Moorman technique), and is known for her teaching, as well as her large commissioned works found in cathedrals and churches throughout Great Britain and the United States. Her greatest output in later years was in weaving wall hangings, mainly designed for private houses. In ... Read more
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