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Tribal Rugs: Treasures of the Black Tent

1997Best.-Nr. G011Antique Collectors Club Ltd 1997. 1st. Hardcover. Fine/Fine. 1st printing Appears new and unread. Excellent condition. This text explores one of the most ancient crafts in the world. Beginning with the discovery of the oldest complete rug which has been dated to the 5th century BC the reader is led through the weaving history of the nomadic peoples of Iran Afghanistan Turkey the Caucasus and Central Asia right up to the present day. Each chapter introduces a different group of tribes their carpets rugs kilims and utilitarian bags attributed to their weavers.The book is both a celebration of the woven legacy left by the tribes and a tribute to the skill and artistry of the women who created these wonderful works of tribal art.Dedicated to one of the most ancient crafts of the world this book leads its reader through the history of the tribal rug. Featured content ranges from the oldest complete rug in the world dated to the fifth century BC to the weavings of the nomadic peoples of Iran Afghanistan Turkey the Caucasus and Central Asia compiled from the 19th Century up to the present day. Each chapter introduces a different group of tribes illustrating the rugs carpets kilims and utilitarian bags attributed to their weavers. This book is both a celebration of the woven legacy left by the tribes and a tribute to the skill and artistry of the women who created these magnificent artworks. It aims to provide an introduction for the novice and entice the more knowledgeable to further study. This new 2017 edition features a marvellous array of new photography showcasing the finest work of each tribe which will excite anyone with an eye for the tribal aesthetic. AUTHOR: Brian MacDonald lived and worked in Iran from 1972 to 1977 spending a year of this time with two tribal groups the Afshar of Kerman and the Qashqa'i of Fars. He has returned to Iran several times in recent years traveling and collecting antique weavings among the Bakhtiari Qashqa'i and Shahsavan tribes and he has also traveled extensively in Afghanistan and Turkey. The seminal work on this subject contains new high quality photographs . Written by a renowned expert who boasts unparalleled insight into the weaving process and the meanings behind the rugs' complex motifs . Tribal Rugs: Treasures of the Black Tent is the definitive work on this subject. 500 colour imagesA richly illustrated study of tribal rugs and the weaving traditions of Central Asia Iran Afghanistan Turkey and the Caucasus. The book discusses the history designs and techniques of nomadic and village weaving with extensive colour photography throughout.First edition first printing published by the Antique Collectors’ Club in 1997. Hardcover in the original illustrated dustwrapper. Clean and bright internally with a firm binding and only light signs of use. Dustwrapper with light shelfwear. Please see photographs for condition. Antique Collectors Club Ltd hardcover

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