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Ipek: The Crescent  the Rose: Imperial Ottoman Silks and Velvets
Ipek The Crescent the Rose Imperial Ottoman Silks and Velvets
Author: Julian Raby, Alison Effeny, Nurhan Atasoy, Walter B. Denny, Louise W. Mackie
Status symbols, diplomatic gifts, artistic mediums, and economic treasures--figured silk fabrics were among the most powerful and most characteristic artistic products of the Ottoman Empire. Wars were fought for control of silk revenues, and governments devoted major bureaucratic efforts toward the organization, regulation, and taxation of silk ...  more »
ISBN-13: 9781898592198
ISBN-10: 1898592195
Publication Date: 2/15/2002
Pages: 360
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Publisher: Azimuth Editions
Book Type: Hardcover
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