Includes bibliographical references (p. 286-[287).
Contents:
A blue journey : indigo plants from around the world -- Rival blues : Europe -- Ai : Japan -- Landian : China -- Chàm : Laos & Vietnam -- Nila : India -- Indigo trail : from East to West -- Gara : Africa -- Añil : Central America.
Summary:
Examines indigo dyeing techniques across the world. Includes a compendium of samples of indigo textiles.
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