Sacred & Secular
The Piccus Collection of Tibetan Rugs
Robert P. Piccus
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Description
Rugs have been woven and used in Tibet for centuries, but until recent years, have been ignored by collectors and scholars alike because available examples were generally modern commercial production of little aesthetic appeal. This situation changed in the mid-1980s when the Chinese authorities began to allow tourism and foreign visitors. The Piccus collection of Tibetan Rugs was formed during the exciting "window of opportunity" that existed during the 80s and 90s. The collection demonstrates the genuine aesthetic sense and cultural achievements of the unknown Tibetan weavers who produced these masterpieces. The book tells the story of the collection the individuals involved and the evolution of scholarship in this field. The book is divided into design categories including Tigers and Leopards, Dragons, Tantric, Geometrics ,Medallions ,Warp Face Backs and Nomadic among others. The book documents a little known aspect of Tibetan history and culture that deserves to be recognised and is thus an essential addition to any collection or design library.
About the Author
Bob Piccus embarked on an international business career that took him and his wife Alice to Europe, the US, and Hong Kong , the two immersed themselves in the vibrant local art scene, and their collection of Vietnamese ceramics and classical Chinese furniture are celebrated. Piccus' interest in Tibetan rugs was sparked by the appearance of early examples during the mid-1980s when the Chinese authorities first allowed foreigners to visit Tibet. From the time of his first purchase in 1988 until his move to San Francisco in 2000, Piccus matched his passion for early Tibetan rugs, an art form that reflects the culture and heritage of the weavers from the high plateaus of Tibet. This volume is his attempt to share the beauty and history of these artistic treasures with others who admire Tibet, its history and its culture.
