The Oriental Rug

The Oriental Rug

By William De Lancey Ellwanger
Michael Caine
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Length1h 44m

About this audiobook

This book by William De Lancey Ellwanger is a detailed guide to Eastern rugs and carpets, including saddle-bags, mats, and pillows. It explores their types, designs, borders, symbols, and dyes, offering insights into their craftsmanship and cultural significance. The book also provides practical advice for collectors, making it a valuable resource for enthusiasts and experts alike.

Audiobook details

GenreOther
Length1 hr 44 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJan 1, 1898
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1Title
8Of Turkish Varieties
2The Mystery Of The Rug
9Turkoman Or Turkestan Rugs
3General Classification
10Of Oriental Carpets, Saddle-bags, Pillows, Etc
4Of The Making, & Of Designs, Borders, Etc
11Auctions, Auctioneers, And Dealers
5Of The Dyeing
12Inscriptions And Dates
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6Of Persian Rugs, Specifically
13General Observations And Particular Advice
7Caucasian Rugs, Daghestan And Russian Types

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