Ethel Coomaraswamy was a British author, photographer, and weaver. Her work often explored the intersection of art and craft. She saw herself as a proponent of traditional art forms. Her pieces are valued for their aesthetic quality and craftsmanship.
Practical and concise, this handbook serves as an essential guide for natural dyeing enthusiasts. Ethel M. Mairet's classic offers a wealth of recipes and information, making it a favorite among fiber artists. Celebrated for its straightforward approach, it is considered a must-have resource for anyone interested in vegetable dyes, earning the title of a "Dyer's Bible."
The TREDITION CLASSICS series revives classical literature that has been largely unavailable for decades, aiming to preserve and promote these timeless works. By offering a wide range of titles from over two thousand years of literary history, the series supports the mission to prevent these significant cultural contributions from fading into obscurity. Readers contribute to the resurgence of international literary classics in printed form, ensuring their accessibility for future generations.
Ethel Mary Partridge, Ethel Mary Mairet RDI, or Ethel Mary Coomaraswamy (17 February 1872 - 18 November 1952) was a British hand loom weaver, significant in the development of the craft during the first half of the twentieth century. She met the famed art historian and philosopher Ananda Coomaraswamy. The couple married on 19 June 1902 and travelled to Ceylon (now Sri Lanka), where he conducted a mineral survey. The couple recorded the arts and crafts of each village, and Mairet kept meticulous journals, photographing each craft she observed. They returned to England in 1907 and published their investigations into Ceylon crafts.