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Oriental Rugs Vol 4: TurkishKurt Zipper, Claudia Fritzsche A reprint of this volume, fourth in the Oriental Rugs series, serves as an introduction to the range of carpets and rugs from Turkey. The history of the region and the art of carpet weaving and knotting are explained and the various types and styles of rug produced are traced by means of the traditions and differing techniques found throughout the Anatolian peninsula. Turkey lies in a geographical... |
How to Make Hand-hooked Rag RugsAnn Davies A look at both traditional and modern interpretations of the nineteenth century craft of hooking rag rugs. Full instructions are provided for both recycling discarded material and producing pictorial rugs and wall hangings featuring flowers, birds, butterflies and geometric patterns. PaperBack | 48 Pages | ISBN: 085532807X |
Rag RugsAnn Davies Rag rugs have been a feature of homes in the UK and the USA since the middle of the 19th century. Designs and colours vary from subtle natural patterns to bold, bright rugs, showing the versatility of the craft. Ann Davies describes the various techniques used, including hand... |
Turkoman : Oriental Rugs (Oriental Rugs, Vol. 5)Uwe Jourdan This book presents and discusses a range of collectors' pieces and covers ordinary rugs, not just the unobtainable classic examples, thus including many affordable items from the large range produced. It is suitable for both the specialist and the novice, providing both a record of Turkoman weaving and a lesson in connoisseurship. |
Oriental RugsGordon Walker The rugs and carpets of Persia and Turkey, and many other countries of Muslim Asia consitute one of the richest seams of art anywhere in the world. But is is an art that can be part of your domestic environment. Although popular the rugs of the orient are also a nightmare of complexity where the inexperienced would-be-buyer is concerned. |
Rugs and CarpetsAndrew Middleton Covering the major carpet-making regions of the world, the author traces the development of carpet making and explains the different techniques involved. The text also offers advice on identification of rugs and carpets and discusses the cultural background to design. Hardcover | 192 Pages | ISBN: 1857326342 |
Tribal RugsBrian W. MacDonald This text explores one of the most ancient crafts in the world. Beginning with the discovery of the oldest complete rug which has been dated to the 5th century BC, the reader is led through the weaving history of the nomadic peoples of Iran, Afghanistan, Turkey, the Caucasus and Central Asia, right up to the present day. Each chapter introduces a different group of tribes, their carpets, rugs... |
Oriental RugsLee Allane A guide to modern oriental rugs, explaining the techniques, materials, and to used in making them, and discussing quality, design, color schemes, and resa values. PaperBack | 136 Pages | ISBN: 0500275173 |
Rag Rugs of Great Britain, America and CanadaEmma Tennant A full-colour survey of rag rugs, fashioned from the remnants women have found to hand in their daily lives, in the last two centuries. PaperBack | 96 Pages | ISBN: 074451892X |
Rugs and RollersJane Holderness-Roddam, Carole Vincer (Illustrator) Revised to take account of recent developments in materials and practice, this illustrated guide describes the different types of rugs and sheets available for horses. It covers their measurement and fitting, their care and storage, accessories and problems. PaperBack | 24 Pages | ISBN: 1872082645 |
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