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Fashioning an Empire - (Paperback)

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  • Magnificent examples of Safavid silks and their impact on 17th-century economy and societyWith their sumptuous surfaces, original designs and technical sophistication, luxury textiles played a critical role in the social, cultural, religious and economic life of Safavid Iran (1501-1722).
  • 176 Pages
  • Art, Textile & Costume

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Magnificent examples of Safavid silks and their impact on 17th-century economy and society

With their sumptuous surfaces, original designs and technical sophistication, luxury textiles played a critical role in the social, cultural, religious and economic life of Safavid Iran (1501-1722). Used for clothing, furnishing and even architecture, fabrics also functioned as important symbols of power and as ubiquitous forms of artistic expression. In the 17th century, they became the most lucrative economic commodity in Iran and were exported by land and sea to both Europe and the East, generating tremendous wealth and prosperity for the Safavid Empire. By employing the most talented designers and bringing the industry under state control, Shah 'Abbas I built a flourishing silk economy that fueled an era of rich artistic development and cultural exchange. Fashioning an Empire captures this moment in time, showcasing masterpieces from the period complemented by manuscript illustrations and portraits depicting how the silk fabrics were worn by the elite of Iranian society.

Dimensions (Overall): 9.37 Inches (H) x 7.09 Inches (W) x .55 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.32 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Sub-Genre: Textile & Costume
Genre: Art
Number of Pages: 176
Publisher: Skira
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Street Date: October 22, 2024
TCIN: 91858653
UPC: 9788857251622
Item Number (DPCI): 247-01-1448
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.55 inches length x 7.09 inches width x 9.37 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 1.32 pounds
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