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Book Synopsis
An examination of the origins and history of kilim textiles. The core of the book is devoted to the specific characteristics of region, tribe and kilim type. It also includes an account of techniques, embracing materials, dyes and dyeing, tools, kilim structures and weaving.

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'An essential guide' - Antique Collector
'Anyone embarking on even the simplest purchase would do well to buy this book first' - Financial Times

Table of Contents
1. Introduction • 2. Making Kilims • 3. Motifs and Symbolism • 4. North Africa 5. Anatolia • 6. Persia and the Caucasus • 7. Afghanistan and Central Asia • 8. A Kilim Miscellany • 9. New Kilims • 10. Collecting Kilims • 11. Caring for Kilims • Glossary; Bibliography; Dealers, Sources and Services; International Auction Houses; Sources

Kilim The Complete Guide

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    A Paperback / softback by Alastair Hull, José Luczyc-Wyhowska

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      Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd
      Publication Date: 05/06/2000
      ISBN13: 9780500282212, 978-0500282212
      ISBN10: 0500282218
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      Description

      Book Synopsis
      An examination of the origins and history of kilim textiles. The core of the book is devoted to the specific characteristics of region, tribe and kilim type. It also includes an account of techniques, embracing materials, dyes and dyeing, tools, kilim structures and weaving.

      Trade Review
      'An essential guide' - Antique Collector
      'Anyone embarking on even the simplest purchase would do well to buy this book first' - Financial Times

      Table of Contents
      1. Introduction • 2. Making Kilims • 3. Motifs and Symbolism • 4. North Africa 5. Anatolia • 6. Persia and the Caucasus • 7. Afghanistan and Central Asia • 8. A Kilim Miscellany • 9. New Kilims • 10. Collecting Kilims • 11. Caring for Kilims • Glossary; Bibliography; Dealers, Sources and Services; International Auction Houses; Sources

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