A Study of the Textile Art in Its Relation to the Development of Form and Ornament Sixth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1884-'85, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1888, (pages 189-252)

"A Study of the Textile Art in Its Relation to the Development of Form and Ornament" by William H. Holmes, is a historical exploration into the world of woven art, specifically examining its deep ties to design, purpose, and embellishment; it provides insights into how textile methods have grown alongside important cultural and artistic trends, potentially with a focus on the creative works of native populations in America, the author presents textile art as a time-honored means of human articulation, examining its change from basic origins to modern-day applications he underlines how purpose and structure affect both the beauty and usefulness of woven materials; various textile-making processes are outlined, shedding light on how artistic qualities advanced together with functional needs.