The exhibition, ‘The Fabric of Democracy’, explores printed propaganda textiles of over two centuries, from the French Revolution to Brexit.
The mechanisation of textile industries from the mid-18th century led to the development of print techniques that could create more detailed imagery on cloth, quicker than before. These increasingly affordable processes ‘democratised’ textile decoration, allowing governments, regimes, and corporations to harness the power of print to communicate, from wartime slogans to revolutionary ideals.
On display will be textiles from countries including Britain, America, Italy, Germany and Austria, ranging from French toile de Jouy to Japanese robes from the Asia-Pacific war. In addition, there are Cultural Revolution-era Chinese fabrics which have rarely been exhibited in the UK.
The show is at the Fashion and Textile Museum in London, UK and runs until the 3rd of March, 2023.
For more information, visit their website – https://fashiontextilemuseum.org/exhibitions/the-fabric-of-democracy
Additionally, the Museum has streamings of previous lectures and presentations via their website – https://fashiontextilemuseum.org/whats-on/on-demand
Disclaimer for Feltmakers Ireland Blog
Feltmakers Ireland aims to share information about awards, education, events, exhibitions, and opportunities that you will find interesting. Our sharing is neither paid for by nor an endorsement of these individuals or organisations.
Contact Us: If you have any concerns about content, please email us at feltmakersie@gmail.com.
Questions: For questions about content, please follow the link to the organisation involved in hosting the event.
Feltmakers Ireland 