The Thread-Spirit: The Symbolism of Knotting and the Fiber Arts
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The Thread-Spirit: The Symbolism of Knotting and the Fiber Arts
Book Details
- Author
- Mark Siegeltuch
- Publisher
- Fons Vitae
- Format
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- Category
- Comparative Religion
- Condition
- New
- ISBN-13
- 9781891785450
- ISBN-10
- 1891785451
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ISBN: 1891785451
Author: Siegeltuch, Mark
Condition: New
Based on comprehensive research of textile arts and traditional symbolism, this compendium explores how societies, in the absence of writing, imparted wisdom to the next generation through the use of objects and practices of daily life, namely fiber arts-knotting, weaving, spinning, basketry, among others. Arguing that symbolism has been overshadowed by rationalism despite its continued existence in remote parts of the world, this unique record strives to examine these traditions and reunite them with their ancient meanings. This invaluable account will appeal to academics in the fields of anthropology, art history, and religion.
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