9781334360640 - A Practical Treatise on Weaving and Designing of Textile Fabrics: With Chapters on the Principles of Construction of the Loom, Calculations and Colour (Classic Repr... (4 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the history, technology, and art of weaving and designing textiles, examining the subject from ancient origins to the latest advances of the 19th century. The author, a textile expert, provides a comprehensive guide to the loom and its components, shedding light on the principles of weaving, shedding, picking, beating up, and the take-up motion. The book also covers the use of the weft, tension of the warp, and shuttle protection or stop rod. Additionally, it delves into the intricacies of Jacquard figures, pile or plush, gauze weaving, and general working, gearing, power, and speed of the loom. An entire section is devoted to design, exploring spot figures, double cloth, and combination and arrangement of designs. The book concludes with valuable insights into calculations of materials, color, and general observations on the industry, making it an invaluable resource for textile professionals, historians, and anyone interested in the rich history and technical aspects of weaving and designing textiles. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

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