Textile Tour de France
An introduction to coiffes (headdresses) in the French regions of Brittany (Northwest), Alsace (East) and Occitania (Southwest). The lecture continues with the origin and history of Rouennerie, Provençal fabric, Jouy cloth and Madras. Mention will be made of the Jacquard loom and Garance and Indigo dyes. Emmanuelle Carré concludes her talk with the story of […]
Traditional Kazakh Embroidered Wall Hangings
Tuskiiz are beautiful pieces of nomadic art that offer a unique insight into the worldview and ancient culture of the Kazakh people, especially the women who hand sew and embroider them. The yurt, a traditional steppe dwelling, is a well-known symbol of this heritage. However, the textiles that adorn these yurts are less recognized. This […]
