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Oriental rugs, antique and modern (1922)

Hawley, W. A. (Walter Augustus), 1863-1920 · New York, Dodd, Mead · leaf 306

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formal character of the pattern, andthe almost harsh effect of the strongly contrasting colours of manyof them are unlike what are found in the nomadic rugs made fartherto the east and west. In the weave is a hint of Persian influence;for not only are both warp and weft of cotton, but the warp is… … Plate 43. Tcherkess Rug ASIA MINOR RUGS 189 of a large hexagon that reaches to the sides and ends, and containswithin it a medallion on which are designs similar to those seen inBergamos. On the white field surrounding the medallion are oftensmall rosettes and floral figures. The corners of the…

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