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Oriental Rugs: The Secrets Revealed Mark Blackburn
Oriental Rugs: The Secrets Revealed
Mark Blackburn
Buying an Oriental rug need not be confusing. This book answers the most frequent questions and offers a great introduction to this ancient and continuing weaving tradition. Nearly 900 contemporary rugs are shown and discussed from Tibet, India, China, Turkey, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Iran. Learn their history, production methods, selection guidlines, and tips on care and cleaning. Each rug is described by its origin, size, materials, knot count, dyes, regional makers, and unique characteristics. Guidelines for evaluating the cost of the rugs is provided. With this information in hand, any buyer can approach the rug market confidently, and enjoy the perfect rug.
256 pages, 894 color photos
| Media | Books Hardcover Book (Book with hard spine and cover) |
| Released | June 29, 2007 |
| ISBN13 | 9780764326417 |
| Publishers | Schiffer Publishing Ltd |
| Pages | 256 |
| Dimensions | 229 × 287 × 27 mm · 1.59 kg |
| Language | English |
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