The Fabric of Life

Persian Rugs and Carpets: The Fabric of Life (Hardcover) Book

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£250.00

The book 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 Qashqai – showing the vast range of carpets woven in Persia from about 1850 to the third quarter of the 20th century. The introductory text to each section explains the particular aspects of that region’s weaving style. In addition, each caption gives an in-depth account of the carpet, not only the date and region in which it was woven, but also the motifs and patterns, the technique used, even the weaver, and, in the case of pictorial carpets, the fascinating stories being depicted.

The introductory essay takes the reader through the history and geography of the Persian rug, including information on structure, weaving and knotting, the different output of the city and urban workshops compared to tribal and village weaving, flatweaves, and identification. It also features points of note for the collector, such as conservation and cleaning, as well as highlighting the difficulties in dating rugs, and the problems with fakes.

Lavishly illustrated in colour throughout, Persian Rugs and Carpets: The Fabric of Life, labelled the ‘bible‘ on the subject, shows these carpets at their very best, with incredible clarity of detail, bringing together in one place the diversity of weaving styles and the great variety of patterns, allowing the reader to compare carpets at a glance.

This exquisite book – an essential addition to the bookshelves of all carpet collectors and aficionados – is a testament to the rich and vibrant art form of Persian carpets.

Persian Rugs and Carpets: The Fabric of Life (Hardcover) Book. The Fabric Of Life presents a pictorial journey around Persia, showing the vast range of carpets woven in Persia from about 1850 to the third quarter of the 20th century.

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Exchanges

Exchanges

Essie Carpets offers clients a lifetime exchange service on any items purchased from us should you wish to change your carpets at any time in the future, subject to the item being in good condition; this can be particularly useful when redecorating your home, or when an upgrade in type or quality is desired.

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Packaging

Packaging

Each carpet will be accompanied with a full certificate of authentication issued and signed by Essie Sakhai.

All carpets will be packaged using protective and sustainable material.

Gift wrapping is also available upon request.

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