Stitching the Intifada : embroidery and resistance in Palestine
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NK9273.7.D4 2024
Description
"Tatreez -- elaborate hand-embroidery -- is an ancient Palestinian craft characterised by remarkable beauty and complexity. Beginning with an introduction to the regional diversity of historic Palestinian dress, Rachel Dedman traces the politicisation of embroidery after the Nakba of 1948. From its evolution into a symbol of the nation, to its powerful presence during the First Intifada, and reimagination by contemporary artists, tatreez in Palestine embodies many forms of personal and public resistance. Proceeds from this book will be donated to the Palestine Red Crescent Society." -- PUBLISHER
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embroidery--palestine--history--20th century, embroidery--palestine--history--21st century, needlework--palestine, politics in art
