Description
A substantial 1977 hardcover reference copy of The Country Life Book of Rugs & Carpets of the World, edited by Ian Bennett and published by Country Life Books / Quarto. This large-format illustrated volume is a strong reference work for collectors, decorators, rug dealers, textile historians, and anyone interested in Oriental, Persian, European, tribal, and world carpet traditions.
This copy is especially appealing because it includes both the original illustrated dust jacket and the original cloth-covered slipcase.
Key features:
* First published in 1977
* Edited by Ian Bennett
* Large illustrated world rug and carpet reference
* Country Life Books / Quarto production
* Original dust jacket included
* Original cloth-covered slipcase included
* Useful reference for rug identification, collecting, design, and textile history
* Covers a wide range of historic and regional carpet-weaving traditions
The book presents well overall, with light age and handling wear to the slipcase. A desirable complete copy of a respected rug and carpet reference book. Please view all photos for the best sense of condition, contents, and overall presentation.
