Atlas of Rugs & Carpets

By David Black

Book Overview

Oversized British Reprint Edition HB...255 Pages This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1855015005
• ISBN13: 9781855015005
• Release Date: July 1994
• Publisher: Tiger Books Intn'l
• Length: 255 Pages
• Weight: 3.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 9.0" x 11.8"

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about the book

Rugs and carpets have long been a source of beauty and comfort throughout the world, and although their designs are as various as the cultures of their makers, the structure of the rugs themselves is remarkably uniform,. While the allure of rugs and carpets is obvious, their origins, manufacture and the significance of their designs have too long remained obscure, even to admirers. David black a leading London carpet expert has brought together an international panel of specialist to share their expertise. The background information they provide is a fascinating as it is essential in understanding the value and appreciating the beauty of rugs and carpets. . .