Rugs And Carpets Of The Orient
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Condition: Good. Jacket: Wear and tear. Chipped along spine. Page Condition: Good - some yellowing. Markings: No visible markings. Binding condition: Appears intact. Notes: Book is presented alongside what appears to be a matching slipcase or portfolio folder (dark cover with title page visible). A library sticker or label is partially visible on the spine of the slipcase.
A richly illustrated reference work, Rugs and Carpets of the Orient presents a comprehensive survey of one of the world's most celebrated decorative art traditions. Nathaniel Harris chronicles the history, craft, and cultural significance of Oriental rugs and carpets, tracing their origins across Persia, Turkey, Central Asia, and beyond. The book details the intricate weaving techniques, symbolic motifs, and regional design traditions that distinguish each carpet-making culture, offering collectors and enthusiasts an authoritative guide. Written with scholarly precision yet accessible in tone, it serves as an indispensable reference for anyone passionate about textile arts, interior design, or the broader history of Eastern craftsmanship.
Author: Nathaniel Harris
Format: Hardback
Published: 1977, Hamlyn
Genre: Antiques & collectibles
Condition remarks:
Condition: Good. Jacket: Wear and tear. Chipped along spine. Page Condition: Good - some yellowing. Markings: No visible markings. Binding condition: Appears intact. Notes: Book is presented alongside what appears to be a matching slipcase or portfolio folder (dark cover with title page visible). A library sticker or label is partially visible on the spine of the slipcase.
A richly illustrated reference work, Rugs and Carpets of the Orient presents a comprehensive survey of one of the world's most celebrated decorative art traditions. Nathaniel Harris chronicles the history, craft, and cultural significance of Oriental rugs and carpets, tracing their origins across Persia, Turkey, Central Asia, and beyond. The book details the intricate weaving techniques, symbolic motifs, and regional design traditions that distinguish each carpet-making culture, offering collectors and enthusiasts an authoritative guide. Written with scholarly precision yet accessible in tone, it serves as an indispensable reference for anyone passionate about textile arts, interior design, or the broader history of Eastern craftsmanship.