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| Copyright ©2000 Linda Gass |
| Title: Desert Dunes & Japanese Maple Scarves |
| Dimensions: 15 x 60 inches each |
| Artist Statement: The Desert Dunes scarf design is inspired by the wind swept patterns found in the sand dunes of Death Valley. The Japanese Maple scarf design is inspired by the elegant and delicate leaves of the Japanese Maple tree. |
| Materials and Techniques: 100% silk crepe de chine handpainted using an ancient Japanese technique of wax resist dyeing called Roketsu-zome . The process dates back to 710 AD and was used to add patterning to kimono silks. Layers of silk dyes and special smooth wax are applied with a brush to create the designs. |