Course

Threads of History: The World of Oriental Rugs

Jul 6, 2026 - Aug 10, 2026

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Description

What makes an Oriental rug so captivating—its elegant design, intricate patterns, or the mystery of its origins? In this richly illustrated course, we will discover the stories woven into these remarkable textiles. We will travel through the history and artistry of rug and carpet weaving, a tradition rooted in Asia and North Africa, with examples dating back to the 4th century BCE

Class Time(s)3:00 PM - 4:30 PM EST

Schedule

Day Date Time (EST)
Monday July 6, 2026 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM EST
Monday July 13, 2026 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM EST
Monday July 20, 2026 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM EST
Monday July 27, 2026 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM EST
Monday August 3, 2026 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM EST
Monday August 10, 2026 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM EST

InstructorSumru Belger Krody

Sumru Belger Krody is Chief Curator and Avenir Foundation Curator of The Textile Museum Collection at the George Washington University Museum and The Textile Museum. A specialist in late antique and Islamic textiles.

LocationTBA

# of Meeting(s)6

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