The Book of Silk by Phillipa Scott
The Book of Silk follows the story of this remarkable material through the millenia reproducing hundreds of fabrics, furnishings and garments from all parts of the world.

A dazzling selection of illustrations, many drawn from private collections, reveals silk's omniprescence in couture and decoration, carpets, embroidery and even paintings. Complete with a detailed reference section that includes terms and technical processes, collecting and care, galleries and museums and a bibliography. The Book of Silk will appeal to anyone interested in history, fashion and beauty.