Step into the sophisticated world of early 1960s textile design with the 1961–1962 American Fabrics Winter Catalog, published by American Fabrics of New York. This catalog is a rare resource highlighting fabric innovations, design inspirations, and textile culture during a pivotal moment in fashion history. Ideal for collectors, fashion historians, and textile enthusiasts, this issue also includes a backlist of available publications and exclusive portfolios.
Item Condition:
The catalog is in good condition, with visible water damage. The exact item pictured is what you will receive. Please review all images carefully for condition details. Each catalog is shipped with a plastic protective covering for preservation.
Publisher Information:
American Fabrics
24 East 38th Street, New York 16, New York – Murray Hill 3-2755
Catalog Features Include:
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Back Issue Order List:
Complete your library with a wide selection of back issues (No. 15 through No. 54), available for $3.00 each. -
Exclusive AF Folios & Reprints:
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Authentic India Madras Folio – 49 imported samples ($5.00)
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British Regimental & Club Colors – 55 pure silk samples ($10.00)
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Classic Batik & Indonesian Designs ($2.00)
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Americana Portfolio – U.S. heritage-inspired design themes ($2.00)
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Colors of India – Exotic Indian color palette chart ($1.00)
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Index to American Fabrics, Issues 1–42 ($2.00)
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The Silk Chart – “Life of the Silkworm” visual guide ($1.00)
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The Silk Book – Industry insights, Dali cover included ($1.00)
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Designers Notebook – 16 original print designs ($0.50)
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The Logic & Magic of Color – 8-page Cooper Union reprint ($1.00)
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GHANA – 8-page reprint on Kente and Adinkra textiles ($1.00)
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Shipping Information:
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The 1961–1962 American Fabrics Winter Catalog is a fascinating document of design history, offering a window into the mid-century textile world. A valuable piece for any vintage collector or design archive.
AMERICAN FABRICS
24 East 38th Street, New York 16, New York — Murray Hill 3-2755
October 31, 1961
COMPLETE MY LIBRARY
The following back issues of AMERICAN FABRICS are available at $3.00 each. Please circle issues desired:
No.
15 17 22 27 28 33 34 37 38 42 44 46 48 49 52 53 54
AF offers the following reprints, portfolios and books. Please circle choice:
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AF Folio Authentic India Madras
Containing 49 carefully selected examples of actual imported India Madras cloth
Price: $5.00 -
AF Folio Authentic British Regimental & Club Colors
Contains 55 actual Pure Silk samples, each identified by Regimental or Club name
Price: $10.00 -
AF Folio Classic Batik and Indonesian Designs
Price: $2.00 -
AF Americana Portfolio
A folio of design themes and concepts suggesting the richness of our heritage and its relevance to contemporary fabric and fashion
Price: $2.00 -
Colors of India
Chart of the exotic colors of India making fashion news today
Price: $1.00 -
Index to AMERICAN FABRICS (Issues 1–42)
Price: $2.00 -
The Silk Chart
Beautifully colored "Life of the Silkworm from Mulberry Leaf to Raw Silk"
Price: $1.00 -
The Silk Book: "The World of Silk"
Stresses latest developments in the silk industry (includes Dali cover)
Price: $1.00 -
Designers Notebook of 16 Print Designs
Price: $0.50 -
"The Logic & Magic of Color"
An 8-page reprint from The Cooper Union Museum Exhibit, examining the meaning of color
Price: $1.00 -
GHANA
An 8-page reprint showcasing traditional Kente and Adinkra cloths of Ghana, offering fresh inspiration for modern fashion
Price: $1.00