| December 30, 2006 |
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Rugs of War
Reacting  to the Soviet invasion of their country in 1979, Afghani rug weavers began stitching complex war imagery into the time-honored designs of their renowned knotted Baluch rugs. Thus evolved "the war rug." How extraordinary to find numerous examples of these works of art—an ironic meshing of the worst (war) and best (traditional folk art) of humankind's capabilities—in one blog, the brainchild of Aussies Nigel Lendon and Tim Bonyhady. To appreciate the history and iconography of the rugs, weave through the precursors, propaganda, and interpretation categories. Entries like "Portrait Rug 3: Stalin," "Modernising traditional motifs," "Mystery fortress," and "Sometimes it's easy" give witness to the weavers' remarkable artistry and skill. And if you, too, become fascinated with these magical carpets, you can seek a dealer in war rugs. (in Design Arts) |
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