Tribal and Village Rugs: The Definitive Guide to Design, Pattern & Motif - Softcover

Stone, Peter F.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0500286728 ISBN 13: 9780500286722

Publisher: Thames & Hudson, 2007

Synopsis

"Essential reference...a must for collectors, scholars, and dealers."—Antiques & Auction News

Drawing on the rich weaving traditions of the Near East and Central Asia, Peter Stone's clearly presented text is divided into six major regional and tribal groupings covering Anatolian, Baluchi, Caucasian, Kurdish, Persian, and Turkmen motifs. These are subdivided into more precise attributions and motif types, examining the derivations and uses of medallions, field repeats, and borders, and the relationships between them.

Pattern recognition has long been used to determine the origin and age of rugs, and this analysis of designs and their component elements provides a vital key to accurate attribution. Detailed diagrams illustrate the way in which individual motifs are adapted and reinterpreted over time, their evolution crossing historical, cultural, and geographic boundaries.

Lavishly illustrated, this study not only is an invaluable aid to identifying tribal and village rug motifs but also provides a treasure house of creative inspiration for designers. 1,600+ color illustrations.

About this title

About the Author:

Peter F. Stone is an expert on Oriental carpets and is the author of several books, including The Oriental Rug Lexicon.

Review:

A comprehensive look at design elements and their variations...speaks to everyone with an interest in textile design. -- Handwoven

An indispensable resource. -- Antiques & the Arts

The definitive guide...gorgeous enough to inspire designers of all stripes. -- Indianapolis Star

About this edition

• Publisher: Thames & Hudson
• Publication date: 2007
• ISBN 10: 0500286728
• ISBN 13: 9780500286722
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 352