Threads of History: The World of Oriental Rugs

Featuring Sumru Belger Krody, chief curator and Avenir Foundation curator of The Textile Museum Collection at The George Washington University Museum and The Textile Museum, who questions what makes an Oriental rug so captivating. Discover elegant design, intricate patterns, and mysterious origins. Trace the history and artistry of carpet weaving across Asia and North Africa, with examples dating from the 4th century BCE to the 19th century. Using expert insights and vivid images, explore carpet-making and learn to identify weaving traditions, historical periods, purposes, and production methods. Osher Online is the facilitator of this exclusive Zoom course.