2005 - Peacock Blossoms and Cypresses (Catalogue)

Persian textiles of the Qajar period (1788-1925)

Persia was long considered a legendary land by Europeans. It was said that this is where the magnificent carpets, brocades and velvets that contributed to the princely splendor of churches and palaces came from. The skill with which they were worked, the shine and the harmony of the colors aroused wonder and admiration among Europeans. This volume presents for the first time a selection of outstanding Persian textiles from the Qajar period.

Marie-Louise Nabholz-Kartaschoff and Axel Langer
1st edition, 2005
128 pages, 74 colored and 16 b/w illustrations
Paperback
31x23cm
ISBN 978-3-907077-20-7