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| | James Opie covers the weavings of the nomadic and village-dwelling peoples of Iran, Afghanistan, Turkey, the Caucasus, and Central Asia, and describes the ancient roots of tribal weaving and the significance of their common patterns and traditions. In his discussion of the origins of tribal weaving, he follows the history of ancient and traditional designs to the present, and provides illustrations with diagrams that enable the reader to identify the relationships between the patterns and their makers. |
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| | ISBN: 0821225472 Date Published on 9/1/1998 |
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| | This book paints a fascinating picture, not only showing superb examples of tribal rugs but also the way in which they are woven and the life of the tribes themselves. After many years study of the major rug-making groups, the author is able to describe the rich elements in the design as well as giving technical notes on the weaving so that the text and pictures together form an essential introduction for anyone who knows or cares about rugs. |
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| | ISBN: 156656218X Date Published on 3/1/1998 |
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| | Tribal Rugs: Treasures of the Black Tent is an exploration of one of the most ancient crafts of the world. Beginning with the discovery of the oldest complete rug from 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 and illustrates the rugs, carpets, kilims and utilitarian bags attributed to their weavers.
Tribal weaving, together with the use of natural vegetable dyes, began its swift decline around the turn of the century under the twin assaults of civilization and commercialism. 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 wonderful works of tribal art. It is hoped that is will provide an introduction to the novice and excite the more knowledgeable to further study. The book is illustrated throughout with examples of the finest work of each tribe, the majority of the illustrations being preciously unpublished. |
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| | ISBN: 1851492682 Date Published on 8/1/1997 |
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| | The distinctive and beautiful rugs still made by peoples of tribal origin in the Americas, Asia and North Africa have become widely sought-after for their highly decorative and functional role in enlivening today's interiors. In this clearly written, reasonably priced, comprehensive guide, the buyer is at last armed with indispensable and completely independent advice. |
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| | ISBN: 0500278970 Date Published on 11/1/1996 |
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