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How to Read Islamic Carpets

How to Read Islamic Carpets

Denny, Walter

Paperback

Series: Metropolitan Museum of Art - How to Read

Fashion & AccessoriesGeneral ArtMiddle Eastern Art

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ISBN10: 030020809X
ISBN13: 9780300208092
Publisher: Metropolitan Museum of Art New York
Published: Jan 27 2015
Pages: 144
Weight: 1.40
Height: 0.60 Width: 8.20 Depth: 10.50
Language: English
Carpets made in the Rug Belt--an area that includes Morocco, North Africa, the Middle East, Central Asia, and northern India--have been a source of fascination and collecting since the 13th century. This engaging and accessible book explores the history, design techniques, materials, craftsmanship, and socioeconomic contexts of these works, promoting a better understanding and appreciation of these frequently misunderstood pieces. Fifty-five examples of Islamic carpets are illustrated with new photographs and revealing details. The lively texts guide readers, teaching them how to read clues present in the carpets. Walter B. Denny situates these carpets within the cultural and social realm of their production, be it a nomadic encampment, a rural village, or an urban workshop. This is an essential guide for students, collectors, and professionals who want to understand the art of the Islamic carpet.

Published by The Metropolitan Museum of Art/Distributed by Yale University Press

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