The Illustrated Buyer's Guide to Oriental Carpets
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Book Overview
A beautiful, practical introduction to Oriental carpets for laymen, designers, and collectors, presented from the perspective of a successful, third-generation wholesaler. Using concise text, over 370... This description may be from another edition of this product.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0764304364
ISBN13:9780764304361
Release Date:January 1998
Publisher:Schiffer Publishing
Length:194 Pages
Weight:2.80 lbs.
Dimensions:0.9" x 11.4" x 8.9"
Customer Reviews
5 ratings
very thorough book
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 15 years ago
This is a very thorough and helpful book for the novice. Lovely pictures as well.
Great picture quality and pricing info
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
This is one of the few carpet books available that isn't a decade old. The picture quality and pricing information is great. Indian carpets make up 50% of the new carpet section with the rest being from Turkey, Pakistan, China, and other regions. What is missing in this section is any mention or pictures of contemporary carpets from Iran. The antique carpet section has a broad selection of carpets from all appropriate regions--including Iran. There is also around 10 pages of information on rug care and cleaning, knot count, new maching made carpets, buying carpets overseas, and judging antique carpet condition. Overall, great book!
Best of the Best
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
Of the half dozen books on oriental carpets I have, this is far and away the best. While most books on the subject are often somewhat snobbish in their approach, this book is refreshingly realistic and inclusive. And this is comment is from someone who enjoys buying and selling oriental carpets and rugs. Jim B., Florida
Outstanding
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 20 years ago
It really is outstanding. A great resource for anyone who is looking to buy an Oriental Rug. Very Instructive
Essential reference book
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
At last! A new 'user friendly' book about oriental carpets. I think this very informative book full of information will be appreciated by anyone interested in oriental carpets- interior decorators/collectors/students-and anyone thinking of purchasing a carpet for their home. Excellent photographs, price guidelines,and tips for care and repair.
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