Madder Red: A History of Luxury and Trade (Caucasus World)

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2000
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Madder red is an ancient dyestuff, extracted from the root of the madder plant, growing in many countries around the world. The secret of the oriental dyeing process to obtain the colour known as Turkey Red was avidly sought by Europeans. This book traces the history of the trade in dyes.

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Madder red is an ancient dyestuff, extracted from the root of the madder plant, growing in many countries around the world. The secret of the oriental dyeing process to obtain the colour known as Turkey Red was avidly sought by Europeans. This book traces the history of the trade in dyes.

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Format: Hardcover
Pages: 384
Publisher: RoutledgeCurzon
Published: 22 Jun 2000
ISBN 10: 0700712593
ISBN 13: 9780700712595

Madder Red: A History of Luxury and Trade (Caucasus World)

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$169.67

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$169.67

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