Uncovering the sophisticated artistry of ancient Xinjiang textiles
In short: In this presentation, archaeologist Elizabeth Wayland Barber examines rare textile masterpieces from the Xinjiang 'mummy' exhibit. She reveals how these surviving fragments offer a unique window into early cloth-making techniques lost to history.
Speaking at the Penn Museum's Silk Road Symposium in March 2011, Elizabeth Wayland Barber explores the complex array of techniques found in the Xinjiang textiles currently touring the USA. These artifacts provide critical insights into early practices for producing clothing and cloth.
Because such textiles are rare within the Eurasian archaeological record, these pieces serve as informative masterpieces that help researchers understand historical methods that have largely vanished elsewhere.
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