Oriental Rugs : An Introduction. This item is unavailable.Oriental Rugs : An Introduction

Presents an introduction to Oriental rugs, offering a price guide and advice on buying and care of rugs.

The rugs of Persia, Turkey, and many other countries of Muslim Asia constitute one of the richest seams of art anywhere in the world ‹ and it is an art that can be part of one¹s home, adding character and distinction to even the most humble room. But the infinite variety of styles, sizes, and prices, as well as the difficulty of assessing value and authenticity, frequently intimidates the inexperienced purchaser. Here, at last, is a simple but serious introduction for the novice, providing a complete overview of the vocabulary of rugs, the techniques of identification, how rugs are made, the great family of rug styles, and the pitfalls that await the unwary buyer. Complete with 200 fine color photos. DESCRIPTION: A superb, truly accessible introduction to oriental rugs, designed in a compact format and illustrated with 200 outstanding color photos. Ideal for novice rug buyers and students of this glorious Asian art.