Schiffer Books

The Secrets Revealed

By: MARK BLACKBURN

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Hardcover | 1 July 2007

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256 Pages

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27.9 x 21.6 x 3.18

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Buying an oriental rug need not be confusing. This book answers the most frequently asked questions and offers a great introduction to this ancient and continuing weaving tradition. Nearly 900 contemporary rugs are shown and discussed from Tibet, India, Turkey, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Iran. Learn their history, production methods, selection guidelines, and tips on care and cleaning. Each rug is described by its origin, size, materials, knot count, dyes, regional makers, and unique characteristics. Guidelines for evaluating the cost of rugs is provides. With this information in hand, any buyer can approach the rug market confidently, and enjoy the perfect rug. AUTHOR: Marck Blackburn has been a leading dealer in Oriental rugs for thirty years. His travels to all the rug making regions to work with weavers, importers, and retail customers have given him a front-row seat in this fascinating, complicated field. He directly states the facts of his business, so that customers can confidently understand and select their new rugs. His business, Wholesalerug.com, has a showroom in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. 894 colour photographs

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