Weeks, J. Treganowan, D.

Rugs and Carpets of Europe and the Western World

New York: Chilton Book Co, 1969.

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Item #4373

Binding: Hardcover, Dust jacket
251 pp.

The history of western or occidental design begins in Spain during the early 15th century. From this historical beginning the authors traces the influence of Moorish weavers to France the development of the art in England, Scandinavia, Greece, and America. Then Early homemade rugs of New England, Shaker rugs, and the rugs of the American Indian are discussed. a special section is devoted to the American Indian rugs themselves. much of the material collected for this book has never been in print before in the united states. many of the illustrations are from private collections not ordinarily available for public inspection. Jeanne g weeks and Donald Treganowan have written the definitive work on the subject.

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