Oriental rugs : a comprehensive guide

Name/Title

Oriental rugs : a comprehensive guide

Entry/Object ID

NK2808.E44

Description

Widely recognised as the standard introduction to this subject, this book focuses on the nineteenth- and twentieth-century weaving of the Middle and Far East. It begins with a brief history of carpets and goes on to discuss weaving techniques, dyes and design. Traditional practices are described, along with computer-aided design. The book then covers the full range of oriental rugs by country and region respectively, providing detailed information on the characteristics of each type, illustrated with colour plates of typical examples.

Collection

Carol Westfall Collection

Lexicon

Search Terms

carol westfall collection, rugs--oriental

Legacy Lexicon

Category

Book

Book Details

Author

Murray L. Eiland

Publisher

New York Graphic Society

Date Published

1976

Call No.

NK2808.E44

ISBN

821206435, 9780821206430

LCCN

76012189

Notes

Length: 214