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'Bread and Salt: Iranian Tribal Spreads and Salt-bags' by Parviz Tanavoli
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    Dealing in antique and old tribal rugs, dowry weavings and decorative carpets from the near east and central asia since 1979.
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'Bread and Salt: Iranian Tribal Spreads and Salt-bags' by Parviz Tanavoli

Later than 1960
Sold 28 July 2025 · Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
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A very good, clean, first edition copy of Tanavoli's excellent work on the salt-bags and bread sofrehs of the Persian nomadic tribes, published in 1991.

There is some scuffing to the edges of the dust-jacket and a couple of slight tears which I have selotaped on the back of the cover. Otherwise a rare and good condition copy of a 'must have' book.

£85 GBP plus shipping.

Physical Dimensions
Height
31cm (12.20")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Declaration

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Persian Tribal Textile Book to a period later than 1960.

Reference Numbers
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SA1154789
Dealers Internal Reference
Book/Tanavoli
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Description
A very good, clean, first edition copy of Tanavoli's excellent work on the salt-bags and bread sofrehs of the Persian nomadic tribes, published in 1991.
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There is some scuffing to the edges of the dust-jacket and a couple of slight tears which I have selotaped on the back of the cover.
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

Otherwise a rare and good condition copy of a 'must have' book.

£85 GBP plus shipping.

Height
31cm (12.20")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Date of Manufacture

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Persian Tribal Textile Book to a period later than 1960.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1154789
Dealers Internal Ref
Book/Tanavoli
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2011

Dealing in antique and old tribal rugs, dowry weavings and decorative carpets from the near east and central asia since 1979.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets Profile Page

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An off-white hardcover book titled Bread and Salt Iranian Tribal Spreads and Salt-Bags by Parviz Tanavoli rests on a patterned textile surface. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An off-white hardcover book titled Bread and Salt Iranian Tribal Spreads and Salt-Bags by Parviz Tanavoli rests on a patterned textile surface. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

'Bread and Salt: Iranian Tribal Spreads and Salt-bags' by Parviz Tanavoli

Archive II An off-white hardcover book titled Bread and Salt Iranian Tribal Spreads and Salt-Bags by Parviz Tanavoli rests on a patterned textile surface. View II
Archive III An off-white hardcover book titled Bread and Salt Iranian Tribal Spreads and Salt-Bags by Parviz Tanavoli rests on a patterned textile surface. View III
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Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Telephone 01451 824 447 or 07980 999 114
Location
North Cotswolds
Gloucestershire
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/rugmac
Verified Since Oct 2011
Items For Sale 112
Items Sold 1,075
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
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Location: North Cotswolds , Gloucestershire, United Kingdom
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An off-white hardcover book titled Bread and Salt Iranian Tribal Spreads and Salt-Bags by Parviz Tanavoli rests on a patterned textile surface.
'Bread and Salt: Iranian Tribal Spreads and Salt-Bags' by Parviz Tanavoli
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An off-white hardcover book titled Bread and Salt Iranian Tribal Spreads and Salt-Bags by Parviz Tanavoli rests on a patterned textile surface.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • Object[Hardcover Book]
  • PeriodLater than 1960
  • Style[Art Monograph]
  • Material[Paper, Cardboard, Fabric]
  • Colour[Off-White]
  • MotifsTypography, Illustrated cover, Dust jacket
  • SizeH 31 cm (12 in) x W 25 cm (10 in)

FAQs

These textiles represent the utilitarian art of nomadic pastoralist groups, documenting regional motifs, weaving techniques, and cultural symbolism passed down through generations.

Traditional items are typically crafted from hand-spun wool, sometimes utilizing goat hair or cotton, dyed with natural organic colourants and executed in techniques such as slit-tapisserie weave or soumak.

Authenticity is determined by examining wool quality, the irregularity of natural dyes, traditional asymmetrical knotting or weave structures, and wear consistent with nomadic use.

Art monographs add intellectual depth and organic texture when displayed on coffee tables, open shelving, or dedicated reading consoles within eclectic or global interiors.

Books should be stored away from direct sunlight and excessive humidity to prevent paper degradation, binding deterioration, and fading of dust jackets.
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