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Tribal Rugs

Tribal Rugs

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Lee Allane
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  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 144
  • Publication date: 1996
  • Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd
  • Weight: 0.3 kg ISBN: 9780500278970 Note that the actual book cover may differ from the picture

The distinctive rugs still made by many peoples of tribal origin in Asia, the Americas and North Africa have become widely sought after for their decorative and fuctional role in enlivening today's interiors. This comprehensive guide contains independent advice for the buyer. It explains what tribal rugs are, and exactly how they are made, discussing how weaving techniques, tools and material affect their character and quality. It offers advice on how to buy a rug from choosing the right one to value for money. The cultural context in which these various rugs are made is explored, with descriptions of the different ethnic weaving groups, and sections on their historical, religious and cultural backgrounds.