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Maiwa Supply > Natural Dyes > Books

Here are some titles that Maiwa has a close relationship with. Please see our book listing for a more comprehensive reference.

 
  Natural Dyes
Sources, Tradition, Technology and Science.
by Dominique Cardon
The authoritative and encyclopedic reference work for natural dyes. 778 pages. Includes biological and zoological descriptions of dye sources, traditional and historic techniques, chemical structures, and index of scientific and vernacular names. Dominique Cardon also appears in the Maiwa documentary In Search of Lost Colour.
 
 
  Koekboyoa
Natural Dyes and Textiles:
A Colour Journey from Turkey to India and Beyond

by Harald Böhmer with co-author Charllotte Kwon. (Maiwa)
A beautiful exploration of natural dyes throughout the world with a special emphasis on Turkey where author Harald Böhmer was instrumental in starting the DOBAG project. 300 Pages.
 
 
  Indigo
by Jenny Balfour-Paul
A substantial volume collecting the history, culture, mythology, superstition and science of indigo dye. Wide ranging and very readable. Illustrated with many of the author's own stunning photographs. Jenny Balfour-Paul and her commentary are featured in our documentary Indigo a World of Blue.
 
 
 
  Ajrak
by Noorjehan Bilgrami
A tribute to the master artisan. This book documents the history and tradition of ajrak production and its connection to natural dyes. Noorjahan appears in our documentary Indigo: A World of Blue as does her project to revive the growing and use of natural indigo at the Miani Sindh Research Centre.
 
 

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