Women Textile Designers (V&A)

Explore the significant contributions of women to the textile industry in this comprehensive study, featuring world-class 20th-century designs from the Victoria and Albert Museum and beyond. This hardcover book delves into the history and impact of female creativity in printed, woven, and embroidered fabrics.

Key Features:

• First notable study on the major role women have played in the textile industry.
• Illustrated with world-class 20th-century designs from the V&A collections and other sources.
• Features printed, woven, and embroidered fabrics for public spaces, furnishings, fashion, and theatre.
• Includes works by influential designers such as May Morris, Gunta Stölzl, Anni Albers, Lucienne Day, Althea McNish, Birgitta Hahn, and Reiko Sudo.
• Chapters chart the transformation of the textile industry throughout the 20th century.
• Examines women's increased access to design education and their roles as entrepreneurs and leaders.
• Accompanied by in-depth illustrated profiles of key designers.
• Analyzes the creation of new products and technologies, changing consumer patterns, and shifting functions of modern textiles.
• A celebration of female creativity and an invaluable reference for design enthusiasts.

Specifications:

• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Page Count: 272 pages
• Dimensions: 21.34 x 2.79 x 27.94 cm
• Weight: 1.48 kg
• Release Date: 17 September 2026
• ISBN 10: 0500480982
• ISBN 13: 978-0500480984
• EAN: 9780500480984

This book is an inspirational sourcebook of modern and contemporary patterns, perfect for anyone interested in design history or seeking creative inspiration.