The Book of Rugs Oriental and European

The Book of Rugs Oriental and European by Ignaz Schlosser. Published by Bonanza Books, NY, 1980. Republication. Hardbound w/Paper DJ. Size 4to. Condition: Nr Fine in Chipped DJ. Gift dedication in ink inside front cover. LCCN 62-11812. Over 100 illustrations, many in full color. An authoritative guide to the history, techniques of manufacture, and the designs of fine Oriental or Oriental-type carpets. The author shows how this ancient craft has developed over the centuries and explains the differences that characterize rugs made in Asia Minor, Egypt, Persia, India, the Caucasus, Turkestan, China, Spain, England, and France. He describes and illustrates the patterns and symbols employed both in rugs of court manufacture and in those made for daily use by the nomadic peoples. Translated from German. 318 Pgs. Description text copyright 2005 www.BooksForComfort.com. Item ID 7913.