Author: G. Griffin Lewis
Publisher: DigiCat
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 365
Book Description
Oriental rugs have always been an essential artistic decoration in many people's homes. With a rapid increase in their admirers, there was naturally an increased need for more reliable information about them. This work delivers prominent characteristics and detail of weaving Oriental rugs. It includes a detailed chapter on design, illustrated with text cuts that enable the reader to identify the different varieties by their patterns. It provides additional information on the price per square foot at which retail dealers own each variety. The author includes helpful instructions for selecting, purchasing, maintaining, and cleaning rugs, as well as differentiating between fake antiques, aniline dyes, etc. The book will help purchasers of Oriental rugs to learn in a short time all that is necessary for their guidance.
The Practical Book of Oriental Rugs
Author: G. Griffin Lewis
Publisher: DigiCat
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 365
Book Description
Oriental rugs have always been an essential artistic decoration in many people's homes. With a rapid increase in their admirers, there was naturally an increased need for more reliable information about them. This work delivers prominent characteristics and detail of weaving Oriental rugs. It includes a detailed chapter on design, illustrated with text cuts that enable the reader to identify the different varieties by their patterns. It provides additional information on the price per square foot at which retail dealers own each variety. The author includes helpful instructions for selecting, purchasing, maintaining, and cleaning rugs, as well as differentiating between fake antiques, aniline dyes, etc. The book will help purchasers of Oriental rugs to learn in a short time all that is necessary for their guidance.
Publisher: DigiCat
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 365
Book Description
Oriental rugs have always been an essential artistic decoration in many people's homes. With a rapid increase in their admirers, there was naturally an increased need for more reliable information about them. This work delivers prominent characteristics and detail of weaving Oriental rugs. It includes a detailed chapter on design, illustrated with text cuts that enable the reader to identify the different varieties by their patterns. It provides additional information on the price per square foot at which retail dealers own each variety. The author includes helpful instructions for selecting, purchasing, maintaining, and cleaning rugs, as well as differentiating between fake antiques, aniline dyes, etc. The book will help purchasers of Oriental rugs to learn in a short time all that is necessary for their guidance.
Oriental Rugs in Colour
Author: Preben Liebetrau
Publisher: Hassell Street Press
ISBN: 9781014398383
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 140
Book Description
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Publisher: Hassell Street Press
ISBN: 9781014398383
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 140
Book Description
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
How to Identify Persian Rugs and Other Oriental Rugs
Author: C. J. Delabere May
Publisher: Read Books Ltd
ISBN: 1447493451
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 133
Book Description
This classic, historical book provides instruction on the facts necessary to enable the reader to identify any typical specimen of the better known classes of Oriental rugs. It gives diverse direction on classification with regard to their type, their age and their value. Despite its age this book contains much information that is still practical and useful today. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
Publisher: Read Books Ltd
ISBN: 1447493451
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 133
Book Description
This classic, historical book provides instruction on the facts necessary to enable the reader to identify any typical specimen of the better known classes of Oriental rugs. It gives diverse direction on classification with regard to their type, their age and their value. Despite its age this book contains much information that is still practical and useful today. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
Rugs to Riches
Author: Caroline Bosly
Publisher: Pantheon
ISBN: 9780394739571
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 264
Book Description
Rugs to Riches is an authoritative, lively, and eminently practical guide for people who want to learn the dos and don'ts of choosing handmade oriental rugs. Caroline Bosly, one of the foremost rug brokers in the world, describes the various types of rugs and their origins, explains the difference between buying new and antique rugs, and tells you how to buy a rug of any size at the best possible price. Written in a simple, straightforward style that strips away the mystique from oriental rugs, Rugs to Riches also advises you on: Determining whether a rug is handmade or not, and whether it has been altered in any way. Evaluating a rug's condition and determining whether the retail price is a fair one, using a simple point system. Bargaining down the price of a rug, no matter what type of store you find it in. Selling a rug and making a profit. Decorating with oriental rugs and ensuring that they remain clean and in good repair.
Publisher: Pantheon
ISBN: 9780394739571
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 264
Book Description
Rugs to Riches is an authoritative, lively, and eminently practical guide for people who want to learn the dos and don'ts of choosing handmade oriental rugs. Caroline Bosly, one of the foremost rug brokers in the world, describes the various types of rugs and their origins, explains the difference between buying new and antique rugs, and tells you how to buy a rug of any size at the best possible price. Written in a simple, straightforward style that strips away the mystique from oriental rugs, Rugs to Riches also advises you on: Determining whether a rug is handmade or not, and whether it has been altered in any way. Evaluating a rug's condition and determining whether the retail price is a fair one, using a simple point system. Bargaining down the price of a rug, no matter what type of store you find it in. Selling a rug and making a profit. Decorating with oriental rugs and ensuring that they remain clean and in good repair.
A Comprehensive Guide to Oriental & Specialty Rug Cleaning
Author: Ellen Amirkhan
Publisher: Oriental Rug Cleaning Company Incorporated
ISBN: 9780977616305
Category : Rug cleaning
Languages : en
Pages : 394
Book Description
Publisher: Oriental Rug Cleaning Company Incorporated
ISBN: 9780977616305
Category : Rug cleaning
Languages : en
Pages : 394
Book Description
The Illustrated Buyer's Guide to Oriental Carpets
Author: J. R. Azizollahoff
Publisher: Schiffer Book for Collectors
ISBN: 9780764326059
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A beautiful, practical introduction to Oriental carpets for laymen, designers, and collectors, presented from the perspective of a successful, third-generation wholesaler. Using concise text, over 370 vivid color photographs, and more than 45 detailed line drawings, J.R. Azizollahoff explains the complexities, intricacies and irregularities in old handmade carpets and identifies the more important rug types. The combined text, photographs and drawings also bring to light what dealers look for and examine when evaluating an antique carpet. Also provided is a look at new carpets, which gives the reader a glimpse of the wonderful energy and creativity to be found in modern rugs. Approximate values, newly revised to reflect current prices, are included with the photographs as a helpful guide for consumers and collectors. The book's bibliography provides useful listings for further research.
Publisher: Schiffer Book for Collectors
ISBN: 9780764326059
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A beautiful, practical introduction to Oriental carpets for laymen, designers, and collectors, presented from the perspective of a successful, third-generation wholesaler. Using concise text, over 370 vivid color photographs, and more than 45 detailed line drawings, J.R. Azizollahoff explains the complexities, intricacies and irregularities in old handmade carpets and identifies the more important rug types. The combined text, photographs and drawings also bring to light what dealers look for and examine when evaluating an antique carpet. Also provided is a look at new carpets, which gives the reader a glimpse of the wonderful energy and creativity to be found in modern rugs. Approximate values, newly revised to reflect current prices, are included with the photographs as a helpful guide for consumers and collectors. The book's bibliography provides useful listings for further research.
Oriental Carpet Design
Author: P. R. J. Ford
Publisher: Thames & Hudson
ISBN: 9780500276648
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 352
Book Description
"One of the most useful books to cover the whole of the field...Mr. Ford is to be congratulated on having produced a work that should stand the test of time." Carpet Review Weekly
Publisher: Thames & Hudson
ISBN: 9780500276648
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 352
Book Description
"One of the most useful books to cover the whole of the field...Mr. Ford is to be congratulated on having produced a work that should stand the test of time." Carpet Review Weekly
Oriental Rugs
Author: Gordon Redford Walker
Publisher: Prion (GB)
ISBN: 9781853754302
Category : Rugs, Oriental
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This book offers valuable practical guidance on the different types of rug for eveyday furnishing purposes, how to avoid pitfalls that await the unwary at auctions, and has a unique colour-coded chart to help with decor schemes and a price guide.
Publisher: Prion (GB)
ISBN: 9781853754302
Category : Rugs, Oriental
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This book offers valuable practical guidance on the different types of rug for eveyday furnishing purposes, how to avoid pitfalls that await the unwary at auctions, and has a unique colour-coded chart to help with decor schemes and a price guide.
Practical Book of Oriental Rugs
Author: Lewis G. Griffin
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780243815449
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780243815449
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Import & Export of Hand Knotted Oriental Rugs
Author: Nasim Yousaf
Publisher: AMZ Publications
ISBN: 9780976033318
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 370
Book Description
In writing this book, the author has used over two and a half decades of his knowledge and experience in international trade. This is an extremely practical trade resource for new entrepreneurs, importers, exporters, business executives, students, and others. This publication guides entrepreneurs on how to import and export hand knotted oriental rugs. It also benefits affluent end-consumers as well as furniture and home furnishing retailers, who wish to avoid middlemen and purchase rugs directly from the source. "Import & Export of Hand Knotted Oriental Rugs" targets a worldwide audience. It is a must for anyone seeking knowledge in the business of rugs. This publication is divided into two parts. Part I: Export to U.S.A. Part I explains how to set up an import and export business and provides information on the rug market in the United States of America. It discusses import and export procedures, feasibility studies, business planning, marketing, types of companies, financing, finding US importers, trade shows and potential sources of selling in the USA, business travel, working with customers, international modes of payment (such as letters of credit), patents, production, shipping, and more. It provides information on hand knotted oriental rugs, the American area rug market, and trade statistics. Part II: Import from Pakistan Part II provides an introduction to Pakistan and takes you to the cities of Pakistan where rugs are manufactured by hardworking artisans and then exported to world markets. It covers topics such as culture, traveling to Pakistan, finding Pakistani exporters, and more. Entrepreneurs, including individuals, who are interested in importing from Pakistan and have little or no knowledge of the country, can certainly benefit from this part of the book. This book also provides useful web sites and other contact information in USA and Pakistan. The author's other published works include: . "Import &Export of Apparel & Textiles Part I: Export to USA Part II: Import from Pakistan" . "Allama Mashriqi & Dr. Akhtar Hameed Khan: Two Legends of Pakistan" . "Pakistan's Freedom and Allama Mashriqi: Statements, Letters, Chronology of Khaksar Tehrik (Movement), Period: Mashriqi's Birth to 1947" . Various articles on Allama Mashriqi and the Khaksar Tehrik, which have been published in Pakistani newspapers and are available on the author's web site .The author is currently working on additional books on international trade
Publisher: AMZ Publications
ISBN: 9780976033318
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 370
Book Description
In writing this book, the author has used over two and a half decades of his knowledge and experience in international trade. This is an extremely practical trade resource for new entrepreneurs, importers, exporters, business executives, students, and others. This publication guides entrepreneurs on how to import and export hand knotted oriental rugs. It also benefits affluent end-consumers as well as furniture and home furnishing retailers, who wish to avoid middlemen and purchase rugs directly from the source. "Import & Export of Hand Knotted Oriental Rugs" targets a worldwide audience. It is a must for anyone seeking knowledge in the business of rugs. This publication is divided into two parts. Part I: Export to U.S.A. Part I explains how to set up an import and export business and provides information on the rug market in the United States of America. It discusses import and export procedures, feasibility studies, business planning, marketing, types of companies, financing, finding US importers, trade shows and potential sources of selling in the USA, business travel, working with customers, international modes of payment (such as letters of credit), patents, production, shipping, and more. It provides information on hand knotted oriental rugs, the American area rug market, and trade statistics. Part II: Import from Pakistan Part II provides an introduction to Pakistan and takes you to the cities of Pakistan where rugs are manufactured by hardworking artisans and then exported to world markets. It covers topics such as culture, traveling to Pakistan, finding Pakistani exporters, and more. Entrepreneurs, including individuals, who are interested in importing from Pakistan and have little or no knowledge of the country, can certainly benefit from this part of the book. This book also provides useful web sites and other contact information in USA and Pakistan. The author's other published works include: . "Import &Export of Apparel & Textiles Part I: Export to USA Part II: Import from Pakistan" . "Allama Mashriqi & Dr. Akhtar Hameed Khan: Two Legends of Pakistan" . "Pakistan's Freedom and Allama Mashriqi: Statements, Letters, Chronology of Khaksar Tehrik (Movement), Period: Mashriqi's Birth to 1947" . Various articles on Allama Mashriqi and the Khaksar Tehrik, which have been published in Pakistani newspapers and are available on the author's web site .The author is currently working on additional books on international trade