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  The origin of the name actually originated with a mis-pronounciation which came from the English language. Most likely, however this canvas material came from the city of Nimes, with which Genoa had very chose trading ties. This all points to the probability that the “blue de Genes” canvas traded …

  FROM ARTISANS TO THE FACTORY The other great change in the 18th century was caused, as we have already mentioned, by the industrial revolution. The textile sector, in particular in the city of Manchester, was actually one of its driving forces. The radical technological transformation caused by the introduction …

  COLORS IN IMPERIAL ROME AND BYZANTIUM While ancient western civilisation declined under the barbarian invasions, the Byzantine Empire perpetuated tradition, uniquely characterized by its closeness to oriental influences. The mosaics in the church of San Vitale in Ravenna, with the depiction of Justinian and Theodora’s court, to this day …

  THE MOST COMMONLY USED NATURALS COLORS./1 WOAD, INDIGO, MUREX AND MADDER Unfortunately, the nearly total absence of archeological textile finds makes it impossible for us to have a realistic idea of ancient times. Nevertheless, iconographic, archeological and literary sources have provided fairly extensive information. Textile weaving first began in …

  The bikini?  It fits everyone (better than the one-piece bathing suit) Triangles and bottoms adhere to the body, without leaving marks. “Perfect for any size”. The new American-type bra tops and the return of mini sizes. The right one enhances even the fuller-figured woman. It’s 1946 and a fabric …