"Classical Tradition In Anatolian Carpets" from: AUD$38.49
Scala Publishers
Classical Tradition In Anatolian Carpets Description: Includes some of the oldest surviving examples of Turkish carpets All the carpets are reproduced in full-page color and some of the textiles are reproduced for the first time Accessible text combines the latest research with new thinking on design, history and meaningA fresh and concise look at Anatolian carpets from the 14th to the 20th centuries, including some of the oldest surviving examples of Turkish carpets.Turkish rugs have been a part of European culture since the 14th century. Far more embedded in the Western consciousness than any other carpet type, they are among the most sought-after of all rugs by museums and collectors today. This book draws on the unparalleled collection at Washington`s Textile Museum, as well as from other museums and private collections, dealing with issues such as history, lineage, design origins and meaning across the whole spectrum of Turkish carpet weaving.... Read More about the "Classical Tradition In Anatolian Carpets" on the The Nile Book Store Website
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