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One of Mankind’s most ancient skills is the creation of textiles. Whether for clothing or furnishing – wealth and status were conspicuously displayed through the textile arts. Or Rugs and Textiles gallery presents the full spectrum of textiles from many cultures – carpets, embroideries, weaving and printing, dating from circa 12th Century until the early 20th Century. |
| Gallery1: Sculptures | Gallery2: Paintings | Gallery3: Objets D'art | Gallery5: Tsakali & Miniature Thangkas |
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on-line gallery opened: 09 Jun. 2003 last updated: 05 Dec. 2006 (click on the small image for full screen image with caption.) |
![]() Saddle rug |
![]() Sleeping rug |
![]() Sleeping rug |
![]() An appliqué panel |
![]() Silk panel |