Shrine pedestal,
Japan.
Japanese cypress, gilding,
Edo Period.
3.5" high x 7.75" wide x 4" deep
(9 x 20 x 10cm).
This richly gilded shrine pedestal consists of ... read more
Pichwai of Morakuti or Varshakaal (Rainy Season) Divalgiri Roller- Printed on cotton,Made in Manchester England,for Indian Market.The mating dance of the Peacock ... read more
Futon cover (futonji), fragment,
San-in region, western Honshu, Japan. Cotton; weft ikat. Early 19th to mid 20th century. 13" (33 m) wide by ... read more
Very finely woven Yomut kilim with very decorative skirts. Condition perfect.
More info:
http://www.kilim-warehouse.com/loft/400re003%20yomut.htm
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Woven: c. 1880
Size: 4.05 x 1.64 m 13'3" x 5'5"
Ref: 400BY004
Condition very good with excellent colour harmony.
More info: http://www.kilim-warehouse.com/loft/400by004%20konya.htm
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Stargazer shaman lime container,
Huari, Peru.
Wood,
1.75" (4.5 cm) high.
A.D. 700-1000.
This lime container depicts a 'stargazer' shaman holding the tools of his trade. Lime ... read more
Yua currency shell ring,
Maprik area, East Sepik Province, Papua New Guinea.
Tridacna shell.
6.5" (16.5 cm) diameter.
Late 19th to early 20th century.
From the giant ... read more
Chief's hat,
Pende tribe, d.r. Congo.
Fiber, mud, coins, beads, string.
6.5" (16.5 cm) diameter.
Early 20th century.
These 'seeds' are made of small bundles of fiber ... read more
New England Rug Society meeting
Friday, 11 September 2015
The Durant-Kendrick House, 286 Waverley Avenue, Newton Centre, MA
Heather Ecker:
Problematics in Spanish Carpet Studies
For directions, ... read more
