Oriental Rugs: A Comprehensive Guide [INSCRIBED AND SIGNED]
by Eiland, Murray L
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- Hardcover
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Boston: New York Graphic Society, 1976. Revised and expanded edition. Hardcover. g+. Folio. [10], 214pp. Original photo-illustrated dust-jacket over decorative cloth, with burgundy lettering on spine. Photo-illustrated title page inscribed and signed by the author to Dr. and Mrs. Krieger. Widely recognized as the standard introduction to this subject, this book focuses on the 19th- and 20th-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. Illustrated with 55 striking color plates, and 192 b/w photographic reproductions and drawings, this volume covers the full range of oriental rugs by country and region respectively, providing detailed information on the characteristics of each type, illustrated with color plates of typical examples. Sporadic creasing and closed tears along edges of dust-jacket. DJ in overall fair, binding and interior in very good condition.
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- Title
- Oriental Rugs: A Comprehensive Guide [INSCRIBED AND SIGNED]
- Author
- Eiland, Murray L
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- Used - g+
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- Revised and expanded edition
- Publisher
- New York Graphic Society
- Place of Publication
- Boston
- Date Published
- 1976
- Keywords
- Oriental rugs, carpets, weavings, First edition, Inscribed, Signed, Illustrated, Reference
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