32970

Author

Ware, J.C.

Title Of Article Chaper

Afghan war rugs - fiber expressions from a war-torn country

Title Of Journal Book

Fiberarts

Volume

17

Issue

1

Pages

39-42

ISSN

0164-324X

Language Of Text

English

Literature Type

Serial

Literature Level

Analytic

Abstract

The Russian occupation has influenced the motifs of rugs woven in Afghanistan. The rugs, known for their color, workmanship, and depiction of the everyday life of tribal members, now include representations of Soviet vehicles and weaponry.

Keywords

rugs;Contemporary;Afghan;Russian occupation;motifs;Afghanistan; color; Soviet

pub_id

32970