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Synopsis
Widely recognised as the standard introduction to this subject, this book focuses on the nineteenth- and twentieth-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. The book then covers the full range of oriental rugs by country and region respectively, providing detailed information on the characteristics of each type, illustrated with colour plates of typical examples.
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Murray L. Eiland Jr has studied oriental rugs for over thirty years. His other books include Chinese and Exotic Rugs, Weavers, Merchants and Kings and Oriental Rugs from Atlantic Collections. Murray Eiland II is currently engaged in research at the University of California, Santa Cruz.
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ORIENTAL RUGS: A COMPLETE GUIDE
Published by
Laurence King Publishing, London, 1998
ISBN 10: 1856691322
ISBN 13: 9781856691321
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Hardcover
Seller: Second Story Books, ABAA, Rockville, MD, U.S.A.
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Hardcover. Dust Jacket Condition: dj. Quarto, 368 pages. In Very Good condition with a Very Good dust jacket. Bound in blue cloth with silver titling to spine. Jacket is a picture of a navy blue rug with white titling. Jacket has shelfwear to edges and light rubbing throughout. Spine and boards have light shelfwear to edges and light rubbing throughout. Text block has light scuffing to edges and endpapers. "An Introduction to Textile Terms" pamphlet included in front cover. Shelved in Locked Annex, ND-QB. 1417641. FP New Rockville Stock. Seller Inventory # 1417641