Behie Khalighi
Relaxing
with a wonderful book on classical Persian Carpets!
Book
Review
By
Behie Khalighi, Ferdod Haghighi & Dr. F. Haghighi
The
following Carpet and Textile books are categorized by the authors in alpha
alphabetical order. Although we have all read most of these books in most
cases one of us has quoted what he or she thought of the book. If you
would like to know where to get any of the following books it would be
our pleasure to help. Although some of these books are out of print and
are more difficult to come upon.
Carpets
In The Baluch Tradition. Azadi, 1986
"Great book
for Baluchi collector's." I meet Mr. Azadi at the ACOR 6 exhibition
and he was one of the warmest people I have meet. A pleasurable
person to speak with. Ferdod
Through
The Collectors Eye. Bailey & Hopkins, 1991
"A good
general rug book for the collector." Ferdod
Islamic
Textiles. Baker & Patricia, 1985
"The text
was not as good as the pictures. However some wonderful rare textiles."
Dr.
Haghighi
Carpets
of Central Persia. Beattie, 1976
"Good book
on classic carpets of Persia. One of my first books on carpets given to
me by a dear friend!" Behie
Nomad
A Year in the Life of a Qashqai Tribesmen in Iran. Beck, 1986
"Excellent
history gives good insight on how the Qashqai lived." Ferdod
The
Qashqai of Iran, Beck, 1986
"I really
enjoyed this book gives great insight on Qashqai weavings." Dr.
Haghighi
Rugs
& Carpets of the World. Bennett, 1977
"Good Book
to cover the vast majority of weavings." Behie
Baluch
Woven Treasures. Boucher , 1989
"Excellent
Baluch reference. One that I would highly recommend for the serious Baluch
collector. Jeff Boucher in an authority on this subject. Great examples
of true Baluch collectables. I also like his philosophy towards
the attribution of different Baluch clans and other similar weaving ethnic
groups. Was able to see some of the illustrated pieces in this book now
in the Indianapolis Museum and I was in Baluch heaven. Ferdod
Tent
Band-Tent Bag, Classic Turkmen Weaving. Cassin & Hoffmeister,
1988
"Nice visual
pictures, some good reading." Ferdod
Baluch
Prayer Rugs. Craycraft & Halley, 1983
"Great Baluchi
reference book." Michael Craycraft is an enjoyable person to deal
with! When it comes to Baluchi I can think of no better person than to
ask for advice. Ferdod
An
Introduction to Kurdish Rugs and other Weavings. Eagleton, 1988
"One of
the more recommended books on Kurdish rugs. However we are still
in need of better research in this very in-depth a complex field. As
a Kurdish rug and textile collector I appreciated the pieces illustrated
but would have liked to see better examples and text." Ferdod
Oriental
Carpets and Textile Studies IV. Eiland, 1993
"Good Scholarly
book" Dr. Haghighi
Oriental
Rugs A New Complete Guide. Eliand, 1998
"Always
enjoyable rug books by Eliand." Behie
"Great Book!
Mr. Eiland covers a wide verity of weaving regions and his attributions
to certain origins are more accurate and up to date than some authors
of related research." Ferdod
Oriental
Rugs A New Comprehensive Guide. Eiland, Murray Jr, 1993
"I meet
Mr. Eiland at a ICOC Conference and was able to discuss the origin attribution
of a few interesting Kurdish pieces in this book. A very knowledgeable
Collector and Scholar."
Dr. Haghighi
Oriental
Carpets in the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Ellis, 1985
"A good
advanced book. I enjoyed it!" "Some great rare pieces
are illustrated."
Dr.
Haghighi
Oriental
Carpet Design. Ford,1981
"Lots of
emphasis on design and attributing to designs with its region. Not bad
but I would not recommend to an advanced or semi advanced collector. I
do feel that it is very useful for a decorator or novice as it covers
a wide verity of rugs and some textiles that you would commonly find in
a reputable rug gallery." It could help consumers be better
buyers." Ferdod
Tribal
Rugs. Housego, 1991,1978
"Excellent
Tribal reference" Housego is a frontier of authors who began
good research on tribal weavings. I have a copy of the first addition
of this book in 1978 and still use it for reference." Ferdod
Kilim
The Complete Guide. Hull & Wyhowska1, 1993
"I am always
refereeing back to this book. A must for Flat weave lovers." Ferdod
Arts
and Crafts of Morocco. Jereb, James, 1995
"Nice pictures,
I was not very impressed with the text." Ferdod
Hand
Woven Carpets. Kendrick & Tattersall, 1973
"Great Reference
book." Ferdod
The
Treasure of The Caucasus: Rugs from American Collection, Keshishian,1992
"I have
much respect for Mr. Keshishian although we can have very different opinions
when it comes to some pieces. Highly recommended!" Dr. Haghighi
A Guide to Oriental Rug and Textile Analysis. Mallett, Marla 1998
" Marla
is very knowledgeable and is passionate about rugs and textiles. She mailed
me a copy of her book and I feel it is the most if not one of the best
books on the structures of woven rugs and textiles. An advanced book for
the serious rug and textiles researcher." Ferdod
Visit her site
at www.marlamallett.com
The
Bullfinch Guide To Carpets. Milanesi, 1993
"Good Beginner
book" Dr. Haghighi
Tribal
Rugs. Opie, James, 1992
"Mr. Opie
is a true Gentleman and a knowledgeable expert. Whenever we are in the
Portland area we enjoy talking with him." Behie, Ferdod &
Dr. Haghighi
Tribal
Rugs of Southern Persia. Opie, James. 1981.
"A great
book and a must for S.W. Persian rug collectors." Ferdod
The
Pazyryk. Schurmann, Ulrich, 1982
"Good for
people interested in the Pazyryk carpet. Very enjoyable reading."
Behie
The
Oriental Rug Lexicon. Stone, Peter, 1997
"Great book!"
Ferdod
"Below
is only a portion of Mr. Parvis Tanavoli's Books. We highly recommend
all of them and have a great respect for him. We have not been able to
read all his books but have enjoyed a number of them. A true expert in
the field of Shahasvan flat weaves. Our friend and a complete Gentleman."
Behie, Ferdod & Dr. Haghighi
Lion
Rugs from Fars 1974. Parvis Tanavoli
Lion
Rugs 1977 Farsi editionParvis Tanavoli
Lion
Rugs in Fars. 1978 Parvis Tanavoli
Lion
Rugs. 1985. Parvis Tanavoli
Shahsavan
Iranian Rugs and Textiles 1985 Parvis Tanavoli
"important
book for Shahsavan studies." Dr. Haghighi
Bread
and Salt 1991 Parvis Tanavoli
"I enjoyed
how Mr. Tanavoli gave his analysis on all of the pieces illustrated in
this book." Truly a high class collection of the finest namakdons
and sofreh's in private collections." Ferdod
Kings,
Heroes, and Lovers. 1994. Parvis Tanavoli
Horse
and Camel Trappings from Tribal Iran Parvis Tanavoli,1988
"Actually
the first time I saw this book was at their home. I recall excellent illustrations.
I have not purchased it yet but I am sure I will be very happy" Ferdod
Kazak.
Tschebull, 1971
"Great Kazak
reference. Some better than average pieces illustrated makes this book
more enjoyable for the advanced collector." Ferdod
Suzani.
Vok & Taube, 1994
"Most useful
book on Suzani studies. Great visual illustrations overall a real
enjoyable book! Highly recommended for Suzani collectors." Ferdod
Flowers
Underfoot. Walker, 1997
"Greet for
anyone interested in Mughal Carpets." Dr. Haghighi
Caucasian
Carpets and Covers. Wright & Wertime, 1995
"Good Reading
and Pictures. I would recommend." Dr. Haghighi