Re: Check Out This Fragment

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Posted by Irwin Kirsch on December 19, 1998 at 14:49:22:

In Reply to: Re: Check Out This Fragment posted by Michael Wendorf on December 18, 1998 at 18:58:47:

Dear Michael:

You are correct in stating that the Kuba Alpan fragment had a couple of synthetic dyes. Recall that Steve wrote: "It is an inescapable fact that the most you can get from a fragment is its tactile qualities, colors and a feel for the technical skill of the weaver. Everything else is lost."

I do not buy fragments, but I feel that not much is lost in this fragment (not having its main border, etc.) and one can appreciate the beautiful design, colors, and strength of this piece. While I would have loved seeing the entire rug, I can still appreciate the fragment. The fact that it has some synthetic colors and is from the last quarter of the 19th century (rather than earlier) doesn't ruin my enjoyment.

Regards,
Irwin

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Re: Check Out This Fragment Tom Cole 19:23:42 12/19/98 (1)
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: Dear Michael: : You are correct in stating that the Kuba Alpan fragment had a couple of synthetic dyes. Recall that Steve wrote: "It is an inescapable fact that the most you can get from a fragment is its tactile qualities, colors and a feel for the technical skill of the weaver. Everything else is lost." : I do not buy fragments, but I feel that not much is lost in this fragment (not having its main border, etc.) and one can appreciate the beautiful design, colors, and strength of this piece. While I would have loved seeing the entire rug, I can still appreciate the fragment. The fact that it has some synthetic colors and is from the last quarter of the 19th century (rather than earlier) doesn't ruin my enjoyment. : Regards, : Irwin

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