{"title":"Sumru Belger Krody","description":"\u003cp\u003eSumru Belger Krody’s works explore the rich intersections of art, culture, and history, offering readers a profound appreciation for visual traditions. Her writing invites a deep engagement with the aesthetics and cultural significance of artistic practices across diverse societies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a focus on craftsmanship and cultural expression, Krody’s books provide insightful perspectives that illuminate the beauty and meaning behind art forms. Readers can expect thoughtful, well-researched narratives that celebrate both creativity and cultural heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"adorning-the-horse-by-lee-talbot-9780874050455","title":"Adorning the Horse","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA magnificent selection of saddle blankets, horse covers and other equestrian textiles from the past 1,300 years communicates the significance and status of horses and their riders. For millennia, horses have captivated humans with their beauty, strength and majesty. From Turkiye to Japan, civilisations have elaborately costumed these prized animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAdorning the Horse\u003c\/i\u003e offers a stunning display of equestrian textiles that narrates the historical connection between humans and horses through artistic expression and functionality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sumru Belger Krody joined The Textile Museum in 1994 and was appointed Chief Curator\/Avenir Foundation Curator in 2025. Additionally, she is the editor in chief of The Textile Museum Journal. Lee Talbot joined The Textile Museum as a curator in 2007, specialising in East Asian textile history. Most recently, Talbot curated the exhibitions \u003ci\u003eIrresistible: The Global Patterns of Ikat\u003c\/i\u003e (2024) and \u003ci\u003eKorean Fashion: From Royal Court to Runway\u003c\/i\u003e (2022).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelling Points:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNever seen before museum pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHighlights of textile art\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA must for all horse lovers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMuseum exhibition by The Textile Museum in Washington, DC from February 21 to June 20, 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book features 250 colour and 20 black and white illustrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47754284531948,"sku":"9780874050455","price":125.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780874050455-adorning-the-horse.jpg?v=1781661972"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/sumru-belger-krody.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}