The World at your feet - Modern Design and Near Eastern culture

Sun, 22 Jan 2012 14:05:56 +0200

Kilims and Nomadic Carpets have gained recognition and standing both as elements of contemporary interior decor and unique works of art. These works provide a link between modern design and Near Eastern culture. ISTEK (Istanbul Ethnographic Kilims) offers a full selection of Kilims and Carpets in their new on-line catalogue which is now available in English. These beautiful textiles have their origin in Anatolia, the Near East and Central Asia. Their age ranges from 30 to 100 years and all of them have been professionally restored.

The Kilims express everyday nomadic life: talismans against demons, good-luck charms as well as symbols of plants, animals and material goods recur frequently. Is is said of the Anatolian Kilim in particular that it speaks a mystic pictorial language. Patterns and motifs, passed down from generation to generation, are integral to the design. Many of these motifs are of pre-Islamic origin. Often a Kilim is named after the Nomadic tribe and not according to its place of manufacture.

As well as graphically illustrating the kilim works which can be ordered, the ISTEK catalogue provides comprehensive information concerning Nomadic culture, literature on Kilims and exhibitions

You find the offer in the internet:
http://www.istek-kilims.com
Contact person:
N. Kasten
ISTEK - Istanbul Ethnographic Kilims
Email: info[at-character]istek-kilims.com

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The World at your feet - Modern Design and Near Eastern culture