Silk Ribbon. Capital, Art & Crisis

Description

The silk ribbon industry, which dates back to the 16th century, developed into the most important employer in the Basel region in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Basel silk ribbons were indispensable in international fashion worldwide. In addition to the rise and fall of the trimming industry, the exhibition focuses on life around the loom, the creation of ribbons, and the importance of silk ribbon as a luxury and export article. Various examples of ribbons, woven in home and factory work, show the beauty of the fashionable silk ribbon. A special attraction are two working looms and a beating loom from 1764.

Highlights

• Exhibition on the history of the silk ribbon industry in Basel
• Features historic looms, including a beater loom from 1764
• Showcases silk ribbons as luxury and export items

General Information

The exhibition at Museum.BL in Liestal explores the rise and fall of the silk ribbon industry in the Basel region from the 16th to early 20th centuries. It highlights the craftsmanship involved in ribbon production and its significance in international fashion. Visitors can view historic looms and examples of woven ribbons.

Location

Zeughausplatz 28, 4410 Liestal, Schweiz

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