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Corwin, Bonnie Publisher-Editor Textiles Asia Journal May 2011, Volume 3, Issue 1 Bonnie Corwin Hong Kong 2011 24 pp. 8.25 x 11.75 Paperback in New condition Illustrated in color. Articles include "Khalsa and explosive Graphics in the Age of Maharaja Runjit Singh's Kasmir" by Frank Ames; "Love at the Loom: Burma" by Kathleen Forance Johnson; "Golok (n'Golock) Costumes of Eastern Tibet, Amdo and Kham" by Phila L. McDaniel.
Corwin, Bonnie Publisher-Editor Textiles Asia Journal September 2011, Volume 3, Issue 2 Bonnie Corwin Hong Kong 2011 24 pp. 8.25 x 11.75 Paperback in New condition Illustrated in color. Articles include "Shwe Chi Doe: A Recent Acquisition of the Tilleke & Gibbins Textile Collection" by Dr. Linda McIntosh; "Silk Design in China 1949-2010" by Yu Tingting and Xu Zheng; "The Power of a Panel: An Unusual Cloak Panel Distinctive of the Yellow Hat Sect of Buddhist" by Gil Green.
Der Manuelian, L. and M. Eiland Weavers, Merchants and Kings: The Inscribed Rugs of Armenia Kimbell Art Museum Ft. Worth 1984 68 color plates 211 pp. 9 x 12 Hardback in dustjacket in Very Good condition. Former owner's discreet blindstamps on front free endpaper and half title page. GWO 1386. An important book that brings together old Caucasian rugs with Armenian inscription from present day Turkey and the formerUSSR. Sound text. Also in Paperback.
Gans-Ruedin, E. Indian Carpets Thames and Hudson London 1984 120 color plates 130 black and white 318 pp. 10 x 9.5 Hardback in dustjacket in Very Good condition. Small tear to spine of dustjacket. GWO 1836. First half of book is valuable for antique Mughal and other Indian rugs. Second half is contemporary production.
Gavin, Traude Iban Ritual Textiles Koninklyk Instituut Voor Taal Land Leiden 2003 8 color plates 213 black and white 356 pp. 6.5 x 9.5 Paperback in Very Good condition
Miller, Daniel ed. Auspicious Carpets: Tibetan Rugs and Textiles Daniel Miller Manila 2009 94 color plates 22 color and 23 black and white anthropological photographs 160 pp. 7 x 7 Paperback in New condition Articles by Thomas L. Guta, Ted Worcester, Daniel Miller, Rupert Smith, Bob van Grevenbroek and Charles Gay. "More than just another book on rugs. With evocative images and insightful text it is as much an ethnography of the inhabitants of the Tibetan landscape -- the nomads who raise the sheep that produce one of the best carpet wools in the world and the weavers who fashion this wool into textiles and rugs -- as it is an introduction to the aesthetics of the Tibetan weaving and textile traditions." –Cover. We also expect delivery of the Hardback edition this week.
Mumford, John K. The Yerkes Collection of Oriental Carpets The Knapp Company New York 1910 27 color plates 116 pp. 21.5 x 13.5 Portfolio in Very Good condition. Minor edgewear to original grey boards with scuffing to covers. Some plates have minor tears. Plates clear and bright. GWO 831. An important and major documentation of classical Persian carpets. This is the standard edition and numbered 111 of 750.
Oriental Carpet Manufacturers (OCM) Oriental Carpets Oriental Carpet Manufacturers, Ltd. (London) -1900 14 color plates 60 pp. 9 x 12 Hardback in Good condition. Wear to edges and bumped corners. Text block has been professionally restored. GWO 866. A wholesale catalog from this reknown producer of Oriental rugs.
Piccus, Robert P. Sacred and Secular: The Piccus Collection Of Tibetan Rugs Serindia Publications Chicago 2011 186 rugs are shown in 412 color illustrations 12 historic black and white photographs 294 pp. 8.5 x 12 Hardback in dustjacket in New condition Probably the best book published on Tibetan carpets. "Rugs have been woven and used in Tibet for centuries, but until recent years, have been ignored by collectors and scholars alike because available examples were generally brightly colored, chemically dyed, clearly modern commercial production of little aesthetic appeal. This situation changed in the mid-1980s when the Chinese authorities began to allow tourism and foreign visitors discovered early, naturally dyed examples that had not been seen in the West. The Piccus Collection of Tibetan Rugs was formed during the exciting window of opportunity that existed during the 80s and 90s to collect in this previously little-known area. The Collection demonstrates the genuine aesthetic sense and cultural achievements of the unknown Tibetan weavers who produced these masterpieces. The book tells the story of the rugs' collection, the individuals involved and the evolution of scholarship in this field. Beautifully illustrated, the book is divided into design categories, including Tigers and Leopards, Dragons, Tantric, Geometrics, Medallions, Warp Face Backs, and Nomadic, among others. It also includes technical information and a visual glossary that will be useful for collectors and designers alike. The book documents a previously little-known aspect of Tibetan history and culture that deserves to be recognized and is an essential addition to any collector s and design libraries." -Cover
Robinson, Peter Western Persian Textiles 18th-20th Centuries University of Colorado Boulder -1980 34 black and white 39 pp. 6 x 9 Paperback in Very Good condition. Deaccessioned from a museum research library with usual markings GWO 2128. H. Medill Sarkisian collection exhibition catalog.
Rowe, Ann Pollard The Junius B. Bird Conference on Andean Textiles: April 7th and 8th, 1984 The Textile Museum Washington, DC 1986 342 black and white 384 pp. 10.5 x 8.5 Paperback in As New condition The Textile Museum is proud indeed to present the extraordinary group of papers that comprise the second volume on textiles dedicated to Junius Bouton Bird, the late trustee of this museum and Curator of South American Archaeology at the American Museum of Natural History in New York. The papers speak eloquently of the changes that have occurred in the field in the more than ten years since the conference on which the previous publication was based. The change in the name of the volume provides the clue--the descriptor "pre-Columbian" of the previous volume has now been changed to the chronologically broader term "Andean." -Publisher
Sevi, Daniele Tappeti Anatolici del XIX Secolo (Anatolian Rugs of the 19th Century) Daniele Sevi Milano -1985 30 color plates 88 pp. 8 x 11.5 Hardback in dustjacket in Very Good condition. Wear to dustjacket. GWO 1318. A dealer exhibition and sales catalog of collectable Turkish rugs. With an introductory essay and technical data by Alberto Boralevi. English/Italian text.
We will again be exhibiting in San Francisco at the 3rd annual Antique Rug and Textile Show. The opening is on October 20th and is exclusively for members of the Antique Rug and Textile Art Association. To join the ARTAA ($35 or $15 for students) and attend the opening reception visit the website at artsrugshow.org. During the show we will be extending a 10% discount to ARTAA members. The show runs from October 20-23, 2011 and will feature over 40 international dealers of Oriental as well as tribal and ethnographic textiles.
We are not given to hyperbole so believe it when we say that Robert Piccus' new book Sacred and Secular: The Piccus Collection Of Tibetan Rugs is the best book published on the subject. The collection of 186 rugs is shown in more than 400 color illustrations and includes history and technical analysis.
"Rugs have been woven and used in Tibet for centuries, but until recent years, have been ignored by collectors and scholars alike because available examples were generally brightly colored, chemically dyed, clearly modern commercial production of little aesthetic appeal. This situation changed in the mid-1980s when the Chinese authorities began to allow tourism and foreign visitors discovered early, naturally dyed examples that had not been seen in the West. The Piccus Collection of Tibetan Rugs was formed during the exciting window of opportunity that existed during the 80s and 90s to collect in this previously little-known area. The Collection demonstrates the genuine aesthetic sense and cultural achievements of the unknown Tibetan weavers who produced these masterpieces. The book tells the story of the rugs' collection, the individuals involved and the evolution of scholarship in this field. Beautifully illustrated, the book is divided into design categories, including Tigers and Leopards, Dragons, Tantric, Geometrics, Medallions, Warp Face Backs, and Nomadic, among others. It also includes technical information and a visual glossary that will be useful for collectors and designers alike. The book documents a previously little-known aspect of Tibetan history and culture that deserves to be recognized and is an essential addition to any collector s and design libraries." -Cover
Alexander, Christopher A Foreshadowing of 21st Century Art: The Color and Geometry of Very Early Turkish Carpets Oxford University Press New York 1993 98 color plates, 500 black and white 351 pp. 8 x 12 Hardback in dustjacket in Very Good condition. Clear dustjacket has a few minor tears. Christopher Alexander owns what many now believe to be the finest collection of early Turkish carpets in the western world, with perhaps half being the only specimens of their kind anywhere. In this richly illustrated, oversized volume--featuring four hundred illustrations, eighty in full color--Alexander takes readers on an engaging tour of his fabulous collection. Readers will see a 13th-century Seljuk Carpet with Dragons, a 15th-century Animal Carpet, a scarlet-niched Transylvanian Prayer Rug, a turquoise Lattice Carpet from Alcaraz, a 16th-century blue Medallion Keyhole Design from Bergama, a rare 16th-century White Field Bird Carpet, the dazzling color and brilliant geometry of a 15th-century Karapinar with Three Gulls, and perhaps Alexander's favorite, a 15th- century Star Karapinar with Flowers (whose designs he describes as "the high point of all Sufi art, the state of liberation, in which the artist is so free, that he is able to be completely natural"). In addition, Alexander elaborates on his theory that these carpets teach structure to artists and architects through the beauty of their form. This lavishly produced volume makes an important contribution to the world of rug scholarship. Equally important, Alexander's thoughtful meditations on these pieces will fascinate the many architects, artists, and planners who follow his work.
Bunn, Stephanie Nomadic Felts British Museum Press London 2010 200 color plates 20 line drawings 160 pp. 8.25 x 11.75 Paperback in New condition Stunning book from the Artistic Traditions in World Cultures series. "A ground-breaking study of feltmaking traditions across the world, with particular emphasis on the felt of Central Asian nomads. Believed to be one of the earliest textiles, felt has been made by the nomadic peoples of Central Asia for over 2,500 years and the craft still thrives today as an integral part of their culture. This book looks in particular detail at the Turkic and Mongol traditions, which include felt from Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan and Xinjiang and from Mongolia, Tibet, Bhutan and South-East Asia. Illustrated with spectacular textiles from museums around the world, as well as field photographs, archival material and details of motifs, this book provides a unique insight into nomadic life and an inspirational source of designs for textile specialists." -Publisher
Chinese Porcelain Co. Pattern and Symbol: Chinese Rugs and Carpets Chinese Porcelain Co. New York 1986 16 color plates 16 pp. 7.5 x 9 Paperback in Very Good condition. Sunning to spine. GWO 1693. A dealer's exhibition catalog of Chinese carpets including Ningxia, Pautou and Sinkiang.
Cole, Thomas with an introduction by Diana K. Myers Patterns of Life: The Art of Tibetan Carpets Rubin Museum of Art New York 2010 60 color plates 8 historical black and white 104 pp. 10 x 11 Hardback in dustjacket in New condition For centuries Tibetans have used carpets for decorative and functional purposes, favoring colorful dyes and lively designs to enrich their homes and monasteries. Not bound by the codified rules governing the creation of religious art, the artisans who wove carpets often demonstrated a delightful sense of imagination in their work, drawing inspiration from a wide range of sources. Carpet motifs such as medallions and checkerboard patterns suggest considerable influence from Tibet's historical textile trading partners, countries as close as China and as distant as Iran. Other popular imagery, such as the snow lion, is indigenous to the region.With exceptional examples of saddle rugs, sleeping rugs, pile pillows, cushion covers, and door rugs, Patterns of Life explores the stylistic variety and uses of Tibetan carpets in the everyday life of the Tibetan people. -Publisher
Dimand, Maurice Peasant and Nomad Rugs of Asia Asia House Gallery / Metropolitan Museum of Art New York 1961 9 color plates 30 black and white 82 pp. 8 x 8 Hardback in Very Good condition. Some spotting to covers. GWO 267. Asia House exhibition catalog of classical and tribal rugs from museum and private collections. More General Oriental Rug Books
Fertig, Barbara. Introduction by J. McMullan Turkish Rugs, The Rachel B. Stevens Memorial Collection The Textile Museum Washington 1972 22 color plates 17 black and white 64 pp. 8.5 x 11 Hardback in dustjacket in Very Good condition GWO 1237. Scarce, limited hardback edition. The exhibition catalog of the collection presented to the Textile Museum.
Hemert, Maria van The Needlework of the Island of Marken The Netherlands Open-Air Museum Arnhem 1978 21 color plates 82 black and white 72 pp. 6.75 x 9.75 Paperback in Very Good condition Museum catalog of old knitting, embroidery, cross-stitch, whitework, cutwork and needleweaving on this Dutch island.
Jacobs, Bertram Axminster Carpets (Handmade) 1755-1957 F. Lewis Leigh-on-Sea 1970 Color frontispiece 89 black and white 128 pp. 8.5 x 11 Hardback in Very Good condition. Dustjacket has chips and tears and is price-clipped.
Jarry, Madeline The Carpets of the Manufacture De La Savonnerie F. Lewis Leigh-on-Sea 1966 96 black and white 47 pp. of text 9 x 11 Hardback in Very Good condition. Dustjacket shows edgewear with minor chips and tears. Limited to 500 copies.
Kuloy, Hallvard Tibetan Rugs White Orchid Bangkok 1982 (1988) 258 color plates 236 pp. 7.5 x 8.5 Hardback in Near Fine condition GWO 1723. One of the most extensively illustrated books of these carpets from Tibet. Sound text based on field experience.
Raemdonck, M. Van; Daniel De Jonghe et al. The Ottoman Silk Textiles of the Royal Museum of Art and History in Brussels Brepols Publishers Turnhout 2004 19 color plates 87 black and white figures 146 pp. 8.5 x 11 Hardback in New condition Scholarly. "The aim of this catalogue is to publish the 43 Ottoman textiles which are preserved in the Royal Museums of Art and History. Except two for which we are not sure, these specimens were woven in the major metropolitan weaving centres of the Ottoman Empire namely Bursa, Istanbul and their environs. All date from the period between the late 15th to the early 19th century. Two types of weaves are represented. Firstly the velvets of which the collection counts 25 examples, one of them being an important çatma, probably the earliest preserved in the world. Follow the kemha or lampas fabrics, of which we preserve 16 specimens, 6 of them bearing inscriptions, the others decorated with various patterns. The third main type of Ottoman weaves, the serâser or cloth of gold and silver, rare in Western collections, is not represented here. Finally, the collection contains two silks in a distinctive weave, an extended tabby, of which one is a military banner. Although these fall slightly out of the otherwise homogeneous group, they where not excluded from this study because certainly produced within the Ottoman realm." -Publisher
Simcox, Jacqueline Chinese, Indian and Southeast Asian Textiles Jacqueline Simcox, Ltd. London 2007 42 color plates showing 28 examples 32 pp. 9.5 x 11.5 Paperback in Fine condition Quality exhibition and sales catalog of mostly 13-18th century textiles from China (including Liao, Ming, Jin, Yuan, Wanli), 18th-19th century Indian and early Indonesian court cloths.
Tan, Leng and Simon Ray Selvage to Selvage: Textiles from East to West Spink London 1988 46 color plates 60 pp. 10 x 12 Paperback in Very Good condition Spink exhibition and sales catalog of 24 antique textiles mainly from India, the Ottoman empire and a few batiks.
For ruggies in Europe there is the Sartirana Textile Show September, 14-18. And for North Americans we have the third annual San Francisco Antique Rug and TextileShow on October 20-23. The Opening Reception is for Antique Rug & Textile Art Association members only and there will be no early picking or browsing so if you want to be among the first to view the wares of these 40-plus world class dealers join us for the opening on the 20th. The show will be open to the general public on the 21st to 23rd and will include seminars, tours, a show-and-tell, exhibitions and more.
Corwin, Bonnie Publisher-Editor Textiles Asia Journal May 2011, Volume 3, Issue 1 Bonnie Corwin Hong Kong 2011 24 pp. 8.25 x 11.75 Paperback in New condition Illustrated in color. Articles include "Khalsa and explosive Graphics in the Age of Maharaja Runjit Singh's Kasmir" by Frank Ames; "Love at the Loom: Burma" by Kathleen Forance Johnson; "Golok (n'Golock) Costumes of Eastern Tibet, Amdo and Kham" by Phila L. McDaniel. 
Mumford, John K. The Yerkes Collection of Oriental Carpets The Knapp Company New York 1910 27 color plates 116 pp. 21.5 x 13.5 Portfolio in Very Good condition. Minor edgewear to original grey boards with scuffing to covers. Some plates have minor tears. Plates clear and bright. GWO 831. An important and major documentation of classical Persian carpets. This is the standard edition and numbered 111 of 750. 
Oriental Carpet Manufacturers (OCM) Oriental Carpets Oriental Carpet Manufacturers, Ltd. (London) -1900 14 color plates 60 pp. 9 x 12 Hardback in Good condition. Wear to edges and bumped corners. Text block has been professionally restored. GWO 866. A wholesale catalog from this reknown producer of Oriental rugs. 
