Voyage of the rug

Voyage of the Rug is a narrative exploration of the cultural, historical, and material journey of handmade carpets. Moving beyond a purely decorative understanding, the book presents the rug as a living artifact—one shaped by geography, tradition, and human touch across centuries.

Through carefully structured chapters, it examines the origins of weaving traditions from Central Asia to Anatolia and Persia, tracing how motifs, techniques, and materials evolved through migration, trade, and cultural exchange. Particular emphasis is placed on natural dyes, hand-spun wool, and the enduring relationship between artisan and material—elements that define authenticity in contrast to modern industrial production.