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Author : Peter F. Stone
Release : 2007
Genre : Rugs, Nomadic
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 722/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Tribal & Village Rugs by : Peter F. Stone
Download or read book Tribal & Village Rugs written by Peter F. Stone. This book was released on 2007. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Looks at the designs, motifs, and patterns of weaving patterns of rugs from the Middle East and Central Asia.
Author : James Opie
Release : 2017-11-15
Genre : Antiques & Collectibles
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 864/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Tribal Rugs by : James Opie
Download or read book Tribal Rugs written by James Opie. This book was released on 2017-11-15. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Tribal Rugs: A Complete Guide to Village and Nomadic Carpets, Oriental rug historian and dealer James Opie has compiled a detailed history of the rich tradition of rug weaving. This lavishly illustrated book clearly explains the history and culture of Oriental rug styles, the weaving and dyeing techniques, and the tools materials used.
Author : B. MacDonald
Release : 2017
Genre : Antiques & Collectibles
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 567/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Tribal Rugs by : B. MacDonald
Download or read book Tribal Rugs written by B. MacDonald. This book was released on 2017. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tribal Rugs: Treasures of the Black Tent is the definitive work on this subject. Dedicated to one of the most ancient crafts of the world, this book leads its reader through the history of the tribal rug. Featured content ranges from the oldest complete rug in the world (dated to the fifth century BC) to the weavings of the nomadic peoples of Iran, Afghanistan, Turkey, the Caucasus and Central Asia, compiled from the 19th Century up to the present day. Each chapter introduces a different group of tribes, illustrating the rugs, carpets, kilims and utilitarian bags attributed to their weavers. This book is both a celebration of the woven legacy left by the tribes and a tribute to the skill and artistry of the women who created these magnificent artworks. It aims to provide an introduction for the novice, and entice the more knowledgeable to further study.
Author : Lee Allane
Release : 1996
Genre : Antiques & Collectibles
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 970/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Tribal Rugs by : Lee Allane
Download or read book Tribal Rugs written by Lee Allane. This book was released on 1996. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Covers rugs of the Americas, Asia, and North Africa.
Author : Susan Gomersall
Release : 2000-07-01
Genre : Antiques & Collectibles
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 581/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Kilim Rugs by : Susan Gomersall
Download or read book Kilim Rugs written by Susan Gomersall. This book was released on 2000-07-01. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For those seeking inspiration from these striking, tribal rug designs and those who want to own them, this is the perfect guide. It's packed with 235 big, striking color photos, and simply presented as a guide for both would-be buyers and for rug owners seeking the story behind their precious finds. Buying a rug can be a traumatic experience. Author and rug dealer Susan Gomersall sets out to answer the questions you always wanted to ask a rug dealer, but felt too intimidated to do so. Each chapter tells one tribe's story: a little bit of their history, a little bit about their present-day circumstances, and descriptions of the rugs they weave. Both antique and modern rugs can be found in each chapter, and some indication of what these generally cost in a retail situation.
