Pashmina: The Kashmir Shawl and Beyond

Lavishly illustrated, the book offers a comprehensive view of pashmina, one of the most exqusite textiles ever woven. Constructs a complete narrative of the textile, from the raw material to the finished product. Covers the history for the pashmina industry from the nomadic tribes to the fashion industryThe classic Kashmir shawl is among the most exquisite textiles ever woven, the product of consummate skill and artistry applied to one of the world's most delicate fibers. This authoritative study introduces the Kashmir shawl as a cultural artifact with a known history spanning four centuries. Lavishly illustrated and accessibly written, the revised edition of this book has much to offer textile scholars, and those interested in the history of Kashmir.

Size: 310mm x 247mm