Download or read book Kings Heroes and Lovers written by Parviz Tanavoli and published by Scorpion Publishing. This book was released on 1994 with total page 312 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Examines the folk art depicted in the rugs woven by villagers and nomadic tribespeople in Iran

Download or read book Pictorial Hooked Rugs written by Jane Halliwell Green and published by Stackpole Books. This book was released on 2009 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A complete how-to guide to pictorial hooked rugs and it explains the historical backgrounds of different hooked rug styles Describes how to design, color plan, and display rugs Includes step-by-step techniques for hooking multiple pictorial elements One of the most challenging of all rug styles is the pictorial rug or wall hanging. This full-color book guides readers step-by-step through the process of creating pictorial rugs. This book is the definitive instruction manual on how to create the elements of a pictorial rug. Each section contains a description of techniques, materials, dye formulas, and hooked illustrations of the elements described. It contains tips and tricks for the rug hooker to take the guesswork out of planning a personalized rug.

Download or read book Persian Rugs and Carpets written by Essie Sakhai and published by Antique Collectors Club Dist. This book was released on 2008 with total page 448 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Persian Rugs and Carpets: The Fabric of Life presents a pictorial journey around Persia, reflecting the weaving and pattern styles of the many regions and tribes - including Esfahan, Kashan, Nain, Qum, Kerman, Tabriz, Bakhtiari, Senneh, Malayer and Qashq

Download or read book The Pictorial Rug written by Jane E. Halliwell and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hooking instruction and dozens of dye formulas for practically every element found in a pictorial rug: animals, people, plants, flowers, mountains, roads, clouds, water, and much more.

Download or read book Oriental Rugs from A to Z written by J. R. Azizollahoff and published by Schiffer Book for Collectors. This book was released on 2004 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With this valuable book, novices and connoisseurs alike will be able to correctly identify the most distinctive styles and purchase contemporary Oriental rugs in traditional designs of the highest quality. Over 270 beautiful color photos, including many close-up shots, display these fascinating carpets to their best advantage. The authoritative text provides valuable information on unusual rugs, rug pedigree and discernible workshop style, knot count, dyes, the Lotus design, and specific rug weaving areas--including India, Pakistan, Persia, Turkey, Nepal, Tibet, China, Egypt, and Romania. The text also provides essential rug-buying tips and recommendations for rug care. Values are provided in the captions. This book is a must not only for prospective rug buyers, but also for everyone who admires the intricacy and beauty of Oriental rugs!

Download or read book Navajo Pictorial Weaving 1880 1950 written by Tyrone D. Campbell and published by . This book was released on 1995 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The most definitive book on Navajo pictorial weaving available.

Download or read book Preserving the Past in Primitive Rugs written by Barbara Evans Brown and published by Stackpole Books. This book was released on 1999-06 with total page 60 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Includes information on color choice, design decisions, and fabric selection Learn how to preserve historic landmarks through primitive pictorial rugs plus discover sources of inspiration and select the elements of a design Discover sources of inspiration and select the elements of a design Primitive rug hooking is enjoying a revival and is one of the most popular forms of fiber art today. Preserving the Past in Primitive Rugs, brought to you by Rug Hooking magazine, provides an easy-to-understand approach to hooking primitive rugs. Author Barbara Brown will start you on a journey that will result in rugs that will be cherished by generations to come. Filled with tips on the importance of proper placement of motifs in the design-what the focus is, why one object is larger than another, and how to design a rug from past memories. Originally published in 2000, the book has been reprinted by popular demand.

Download or read book Kings Heroes and Lovers written by Parviz Tanavoli and published by Scorpion Publishing. This book was released on 1994 with total page 318 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Examines the folk art depicted in the rugs woven by villagers and nomadic tribespeople in Iran

Download or read book Navajo Rugs and Blankets written by Chuck Mobley and published by Rio Nuevo Publishers. This book was released on 1994-02 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The author has thoroughly researched the subjects depicted in these coloring books, insuring that the drawings and information are as authentic as possible. Most are color-by-number. Ages 6 and up.

Download or read book Interwoven Globe written by Amy Elizabeth Bogansky and published by Metropolitan Museum of Art. This book was released on 2013 with total page 366 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Published in conjunction with an exhibition held at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, Sept. 16, 2013-Jan. 5, 2014.

Download or read book A Guide to Navajo Rugs written by Susan Lamb and published by Western National Parks Association. This book was released on 1992 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes and depicts the seventeen most common Navajo rug styles, and includes quotes by some of the finest weavers crafting rugs today. Photos of rugs from Hubbell Trading Post National Historic Site by George H. H. Huey.

Download or read book Masterpieces from the Department of Islamic Art in the Metropolitan Museum of Art written by Metropolitan Museum of Art (New York, N.Y.) and published by Metropolitan Museum of Art. This book was released on 2011 with total page 450 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book explores the great diversity and range of Islamic culture through one of the finest collections in the world. Published to coincide with the historic reopening of the galleries of the Metropolitan Museum's Islamic Art Department, it presents nearly three hundred masterworks created in the rich tradition of the Islamic faith and culture. The Metropolitan's renowned holdings range chronologically from the origins of Islam in the 7th century through the 19th century, and geographically from as far west as Spain to as far east as Southeast Asia.

Download or read book Geometric Hooked Rugs written by Gail Dufresne and published by Ampry Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2010 with total page 179 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Geometric designs, backgrounds, and borders plus a free pattern The role of color in geometric patterns and contrast in geometric hooked rugs Rug Gallery Geometric hooked rugs may look simple, but they are a challenge to do well. Well-known rug designer Gail Dufresne explains the elements and principles of design, including balance and unity, repetition, proportion, and movement. Learn how to color-plan your geometric rug, including how to use color values effectively. The author describes her signature look of superimposing figures on top of complex geometric backgrounds. The book is full of tips and techniques for dyeing the wool, finishing the rug, and designing your own patterns.

Download or read book The Goat in the Rug written by Charles L. Blood and published by Turtleback Books. This book was released on 1990 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Geraldine, a goat, describes each step as she and her Navajo friend make a rug, from the hair clipping and carding to the dyeing and actual weaving.

Download or read book Portuguese Needlework Rugs written by Patricia Stone and published by E P M Publications. This book was released on 1981 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Patricia Stone. Beautiful and valuable, Portuguese Arraiolos rugs can be created even by inexperienced needleworkers. This book presents complete instructions for making any of 13 designs alongside a pictorial gallery and history of these durable rugs.

Download or read book Antique Rugs Carpets written by American Art Association and published by . This book was released on 1925 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

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