Weaving and dyeing in highland Ecuador / Ann Pollard Rowe, Laura M. Miller, and Lynn A. Meisch ; edited by Ann Pollard Rowe.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Rowe, Ann Pollard.

Contributor:

Miller, Laura M., 1961-

Meisch, Lynn, 1945-

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Indian textile fabrics--Ecuador.

Indian textile fabrics.

Dyes and dyeing--Textile fibers.

Dyes and dyeing.

Hand weaving--Ecuador--Patterns.

Hand weaving.

Dye plants--Ecuador.

Dye plants.

Ecuador--Social life and customs.

Ecuador.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (360 p.)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Austin : University of Texas Press, 2007.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

Although less well known than its much-admired counterparts in Peru and Bolivia, highland Ecuadorian weaving is an Andean tradition that has relationships with these more southern areas. A world away from the industrialized textile manufacturing of Euro-American society, these handmade pieces reflect the history and artistry of an ancient culture. This comprehensive study, edited by Ann Pollard Rowe, is unrivaled in its detail and includes not only descriptions of the indigenous weaving and dyeing technology, but also an interpretation of its historical significance, as well as hundreds of photographs, drawings, and maps that inform the understanding of the process. The principal focus is on backstrap-loom weaving, a major pre-Hispanic technology. Ecuadorian backstrap looms, which differ in various ways from those found elsewhere in the Andes, have previously only been treated in general terms. Here, the basic operation of this style of loom is covered, as are a variety of patterning techniques including warp-resist (ikat) dyeing, weaving belts with twill, and supplementary- and complementary-warp patterning. Spanish colonial treadle-loom weaving is also covered. The weaving techniques are explained in detail, so the reader can replicate them if desired. Textiles have been an important art form among Andean peoples from remote prehistory up to the present. A greater understanding of their creation process can yield a more meaningful appreciation of the art itself.

Contents:

Frontmatter

Contents

Preface

Acknowledgments

Introduction: The Land and the People

1. Plain Weave on the Backstrap Loom

Introduction

Poncho Weaving in Pualó, Cotopaxi Province

The Vertical Loom in Carchi Province

2. Warp-Resist-Patterned Wool Ponchos and Blankets

Ponchos in Chordeleg, Azuay Province

Blankets in Quero, Tungurahua Province

Blankets in Pungalá, Eastern Chimborazo Province

Poncho Rosado in Paniquindra, Eastern Imbabura Province

3. Warp-Resist-Patterned Cotton Shawls and Ponchos

Macanas in Rumipamba de las Rosas, Cotopaxi Province

Paños in the Gualaceo Area, Azuay Province

Kokomuro Poncho in Cacha Obraje, Central Chimborazo Province

4. Belts with Supplementary-Warp Patterning

Supplementary Warp Controlled by a Second Heddle Rod (with Pickup)

Supplementary Warp Controlled by Second Shed Stick (with Pickup)

Supplementary Warp Entirely Loom Controlled

5. Turn-Banded 2/1 Twill Belts

La Compañía, Otavalo Area, Imbabura Province

Nitiluisa, Central Chimborazo Province

6. 2/1 Herringbone Complementary-Warp Weave Ponchos of the Otavalo Area, Imbabura Province

7. 3/1 Alternating Complementary-Warp Weave Belts

Banderilla Belt in Paniquindra, Eastern Imbabura Province

Kawiña Belt in Central Chimborazo Province

Cañari Belts, Cañar Province

8. Treadle-Loom Weaving

Santa Teresita, Northern Chimborazo Province

Salasaca, Tungurahua Province

Belt Weaving in Ariasucu, Otavalo Area, Imbabura Province

9. Natural Dyeing Techniques

Walnut

Indigo

Cochineal in Salasaca, Tungurahua Province

Conclusions

Notes

Glossary

References Cited

Contributors

Index

Notes:

Bibliographic Level Mode of Issuance: Monograph

Includes bibliographical references (p. [297]-309) and index.

ISBN:

0-292-79547-5

OCLC:

614534868