Silk Fiber, Fabric, and Fashion

This luxurious compendium of silk is the ultimate celebration of one of the world’s most revered fabrics.

Silk reveals a breathtaking selection of fabric and fiber dating from antiquity to the early twenty-first century. Structured by technique, this outstanding new survey draws on the exceptional collections of London’s Victoria and Albert Museum and shows the nest aesthetic and technical achievements of artisans, designers, and manufacturers.