The Oriental Carpet: Foreign Gifts and Foreign Affairs

Walter Denny, a leading expert in textiles of the Islamic world, speaks about his new book How to Read Islamic Carpets, which explores the history, design techniques, and craftsmanship of carpets made in the "Rug Belt" of Morocco to northern India.

Event Type:
Community - Lecture
Venue:
Meyer Auditorium
Washington
Overall Range:
Started: 01/29/15
Ended:  01/29/15
Active Schedule:
(past event)
Social:
Telephone:
202-633-4880
Event Cost:
Free
Past Schedule:
Thu, Jan 29, 2015:
    6:00 pm