This beautiful book on African textiles explores the richness of traditional craftsmanship through more than 570 photographs. Fabrics, dyes, looms and traditional craft techniques are presented here region by region, highlighting the cultural, social and historical influences that shape this textile heritage.
Founded in 1949, Thames & Hudson is an independent publishing house specialising in the arts and visual culture. Renowned for the quality of their illustrated publications, they publish reference books focusing primarily on art, design, photography, fashion and architecture.

