Edwards, a leading figure in the rug business, rose to the top of his profession and became managing director of the legendary Oriental Carpet Manufacturers based in Turkey. In this unique book, containing over four-hundred images and an eight page color plate section, he shares his invaluable knowledge and takes the reader on a diverse and colorful journey through history, showcasing the vast range of carpets woven in Persia from 1850 through to the twentieth century. He explores the rich diversity and elaborateness of ...
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Edwards, a leading figure in the rug business, rose to the top of his profession and became managing director of the legendary Oriental Carpet Manufacturers based in Turkey. In this unique book, containing over four-hundred images and an eight page color plate section, he shares his invaluable knowledge and takes the reader on a diverse and colorful journey through history, showcasing the vast range of carpets woven in Persia from 1850 through to the twentieth century. He explores the rich diversity and elaborateness of colors and designs available, from the traditional to the more modern and explores regional variations, styles, and terminologies. Inside these pages you will find detailed information on different symbols and motifs, discussions on knots, weaving and dyeing, and what to look for in terms of quality. Presented in an informative and accessible style, Edwards' love of the product and the industry shine through in his writing, presenting the reader with expert advice and knowledge as well as painting a fascinating cultural and historical landscape. This is a timeless book presented in a beautiful new package, and is a must-have for anyone interested in Persian carpets.
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Add this copy of Persian Carpet to cart. $65.99, very good condition, Sold by ThriftBooks-Atlanta rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Brownstown, MI, UNITED STATES, published 2017 by G DUCKWORTH.
Add this copy of The Persian Carpet to cart. $55.00, very good condition, Sold by Maxwell's House of Books rated 3.0 out of 5 stars, ships from La Mesa, CA, UNITED STATES, published 1975 by Gerald Duckworth & Co Ltd.
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Very Good in Very Good jacket. 4to-over 9¾-12" tall A lovely tight, clean hardcover in very good condition; light shelfwear to edges of boards; light foxing to textblock. DJ in very good condition with mild edge wear and rubbing, now in protective mylar cover.
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Add this copy of The Persian Carpet to cart. $55.75, very good condition, Sold by agoodealofbooks rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from ypsilanti, MI, UNITED STATES, published 1975 by Duckbacks.
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Very good. Very clean hardcover with jacket. no marks. clean text. solid binding. dj has light edge wear. corner s have light scuffing and chipping. ISBN matches listing FAST SHIPPING W/ CONFIRMATION. NO PRIORITY OR INTERNATIONAL ORDERS OVER 4LBs.
Add this copy of The Persian Carpet to cart. $103.69, good condition, Sold by Bonita rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Newport Coast, CA, UNITED STATES, published 1975 by Duckbacks.
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Good. Size: 9x6x1; Duckworth; London, 1975. Hardcover. Reprint Edition. Book is heavy and additional shipping cost may apply. A Good, red binding with gilt emblem on front board and gilt lettering on spine, binding intact, moderate discoloration to board and spine buckram, 1-inch tear bottom front joint buckram, some crimping to spine edges, slightly bumped bottom board corners, small bookstore sticker top rear pastedown, some discoloration and scattered foxing to front/back matters, moderate scattered foxing to text block edges, previous owner name and year front free endpaper, in a Good, some handling/scuff marks to panels, bit of edge/corner wear, small crease top flap corners, sine scattered foxing to flaps and verso panels/flaps, small price sticker bottom front flap, Dust wrapper. A good and overall clean copy. 4to[quarto or approx. 11.5 x 13.5 inches], 384pp., appendix, indexed, color and b&w illustrations. We pack securely and ship daily with delivery confirmation on every book. Please Note: Depending on site, actual book for sale may differ physically from picture listed. Additional scan(s) are available for any item, please inquire.
Add this copy of The Persian Carpet to cart. $145.00, very good condition, Sold by Design Books rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from New York, NY, UNITED STATES, published 1967 by Gerald Duckworth & Co. Limited.
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Very Good in Very Good jacket. This is a very good hardcover copy with a very good complete gray dust jacket printed in blue. The jacket has a little light soil, the front flap has offsetting, but otherwise very good. Completely clean inside. No marks or inscriptions, etc. This is the third impression. Over 400 illustrations, including 4 color plates. Maps. 11" high X 8" wide, 384 pages. Large heavy book, foreign shipping will be extra. This book will be securely wrapped and packed in a sturdy box and shipped with tracking.
Add this copy of The Persian Carpet to cart. $72.00, good condition, Sold by Aardvark Books Ltd rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Bucknell, HEREFORDSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1960 by London: Gerald Duckworth & co, 1.
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1960 Reprint HB Duckworth; good in good-jacket which is unclipped but foxed; inside book is very clean with no appreciable marks or foxing; previous owner signature on ffep; Cover artwork may differ;
Add this copy of The Persian Carpet to cart. $217.83, good condition, Sold by Cambridge Rare Books rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Cambridge, Gloucestershire, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1960 by General Duckworth and Co Ltd.
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1960. General Duckworth and Co Ltd. hardcover. GOOD DJ good. DJ chipped at back. DJ repaired by tape. DJ spine sunned. AE sprayed. DJ edgewear. mild foxing. 11x9.