Saddle-Bags / Sattel-Taschen
Graz: Verlag für Sammler, 1985. First edition. Hardcover. Quarto. 41, [1]pp (text), 48 leaves (plates). Saddlebags are the only functional items that were produced in all areas of the Orient, by all nomadic and semi nomadic tribes, using all different techniques you can find in the production of rugs. They are beautiful, miniature examples of all rug types. The basis of the book was the most important collection of complete saddlebags known in the world. The first section of this book contains all the technical details of the weaving structure, colors, dyes, fastenings, shapes and tribal origins. The section is then followed by the illustrations on one page with a complete description on the opposite page. With the help of the 74 illustrations and additional diagrams and tables, it is possible with this work to discover the source of any known saddlebag. Moderate shelf wear on dust-jacket. Text in German and English. DJ in overall good, binding and interior in very good condition. g+. Item #37389
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