1st. Decorative Cloth. Collectible; Fine. Beautiful 2 volume set showcasing the "old textiles of Thailand". Each volume pristine in its ribbon-tied decorative cloth. 100 plates in all (50 in each volume), each a sampling of Thai textiles in rich color. Double folio, also includes a solid, VG example of the publisher's ivory-clasped chemise, with light fading along the edges and at the spine. A lovely production. Text in Japanese.

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Bookseller: Appledore Books, ABAA (US)
Bookseller's Inventory #: 10269
Title: The Old Textiles of Thailand (2 Vols.)
Author: -
Format/Binding: Decorative Cloth
Book Condition: Used - Collectible; Fine
Quantity Available: 1
Edition: 1st
Binding: Hardcover
Keywords: rare textiles, rare fashion, rare Thai fashion, rare Thai design, Thai textiles
Bookseller catalogs: Decorative Arts; Fashion; Design; Asia;
Note: May be a multi-volume set and require additional postage.

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VG: Very Good condition can describe a used book that does show some small signs of wear - but no tears - on either binding or...
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