Fashioning an Empire: Textiles from Safavid Iran - (Paperback)

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Magnificent examples of Safavid silks and their impact on 17th-century economy and societyWith their sumptuous surfaces, original designs and technical sophistication, luxury textiles played a critical role in the social, cultural, religious and economic life of Safavid Iran (1501–1722). Used for clothing, furnishing and even architecture, fabrics also functioned as important symbols of power and as ubiquitous forms of artistic expression. In the 17th century, they became the most lucrative economic commodity in Iran and were exported by land and sea to both Europe and the East, generating tremendous wealth and prosperity for the Safavid Empire. By employing the most talented designers and bringing the industry under state control, Shah ‘Abbas I built a flourishing silk economy that fueled an era of rich artistic development and cultural exchange. Fashioning an Empire captures this moment in time, showcasing masterpieces from the period complemented by manuscript illustrations and portraits depicting how the silk fabrics were worn by the elite of Iranian society.
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Magnificent examples of Safavid silks and their impact on 17th-century economy and societyWith their sumptuous surfaces, original designs and technical sophistication, luxury textiles played a critical role in the social, cultural, religious and economic life of Safavid Iran (1501–1722). Used for clothing, furnishing and even architecture, fabrics also functioned as important symbols of power and as ubiquitous forms of artistic expression. In the 17th century, they became the most lucrative economic commodity in Iran and were exported by land and sea to both Europe and the East, generating tremendous wealth and prosperity for the Safavid Empire. By employing the most talented designers and bringing the industry under state control, Shah ‘Abbas I built a flourishing silk economy that fueled an era of rich artistic development and cultural exchange. Fashioning an Empire captures this moment in time, showcasing masterpieces from the period complemented by manuscript illustrations and portraits depicting how the silk fabrics were worn by the elite of Iranian society.
Magnificent examples of Safavid silks and their impact on 17th-century economy and societyWith their sumptuous surfaces, original designs and technical sophistication, luxury textiles played a critical role in the social, cultural, religious and economic life of Safavid Iran (1501–1722). Used for clothing, furnishing and even architecture, fabrics also functioned as important symbols of power and as ubiquitous forms of artistic expression. In the 17th century, they became the most lucrative economic commodity in Iran and were exported by land and sea to both Europe and the East, generating tremendous wealth and prosperity for the Safavid Empire. By employing the most talented designers and bringing the industry under state control, Shah ‘Abbas I built a flourishing silk economy that fueled an era of rich artistic development and cultural exchange. Fashioning an Empire captures this moment in time, showcasing masterpieces from the period complemented by manuscript illustrations and portraits depicting how the silk fabrics were worn by the elite of Iranian society.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ SKIRA (October 22, 2024)

  • Language ‏ : ‎ English

  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 176 pages

  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 8857251624

  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-8857251622

  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.32 pounds

  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7 x 9.5 inches

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ SKIRA (October 22, 2024)

  • Language ‏ : ‎ English

  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 176 pages

  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 8857251624

  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-8857251622

  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.32 pounds

  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7 x 9.5 inches

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