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International studio (1897)

New York · leaf 65

An illustration from International studio, 1897, leaf 65
ets which early travelers referredto as adorning the palace and mosque of Tamer-lane, yet they undoubtedly resemble them. Someare exceedingly beautiful and even contain silkmixed with wool. In all of them the Chineseelement is particularly noticeable, rounded medal-lions and frequently butterflies… … attractive, but very few have such an interest,since the recollection of where they were maderecall- some of the most important events inhistory. Every rug store has its Shiraz rugs, which maybe recognized by their silky nap, dyed rich tonesof blue, red and ivory; by their combination offloral and…

Art · Decoration and ornament

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