Oriental Carpets
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:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A definitive reference work in the field of decorative arts and textile history, Oriental Carpets presents a comprehensive survey of the rich tradition of hand-knotted rug-making across the Middle East, Central Asia, and the Far East. Ulrich Schürmann details the distinctive weaving techniques, regional styles, and symbolic motifs that define carpets from Persia, Turkey, the Caucasus, and beyond, offering readers an authoritative guide to identifying and appreciating these masterworks of craft. Written with scholarly precision yet accessible enthusiasm, the text illustrates how each carpet tradition reflects the cultural identity, tribal heritage, and artistic sensibility of its makers. Schürmann also instructs collectors and enthusiasts on the key criteria for evaluating quality, age, and provenance, making this an indispensable resource for both seasoned connoisseurs and those newly captivated by the art form. A landmark publication in carpet scholarship, it remains one of the most respected and widely consulted volumes on the subject.
Author: Ulrich Schürmann
Format: Hardback
Published: 1979, Octopus
Genre: Antiques & collectibles
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A definitive reference work in the field of decorative arts and textile history, Oriental Carpets presents a comprehensive survey of the rich tradition of hand-knotted rug-making across the Middle East, Central Asia, and the Far East. Ulrich Schürmann details the distinctive weaving techniques, regional styles, and symbolic motifs that define carpets from Persia, Turkey, the Caucasus, and beyond, offering readers an authoritative guide to identifying and appreciating these masterworks of craft. Written with scholarly precision yet accessible enthusiasm, the text illustrates how each carpet tradition reflects the cultural identity, tribal heritage, and artistic sensibility of its makers. Schürmann also instructs collectors and enthusiasts on the key criteria for evaluating quality, age, and provenance, making this an indispensable resource for both seasoned connoisseurs and those newly captivated by the art form. A landmark publication in carpet scholarship, it remains one of the most respected and widely consulted volumes on the subject.