December^ i Q 2 j 
99 
THE HERITAGE 
OF HANDICRAFT 
O NE interesting feature always 
apparent in the Oriental Rug 
is the evidence throughout of an 
inherent and ancient handicraft. 
Each weaver claims his "family 
secrets” in the methods he employs 
in dyeing, spinning and the other 
necessary processes of preparation. 
These secrets pass from parent to 
child, and each in his time seems to 
leave a mark of individuality in the 
work. 
Every rug is different—and in addi¬ 
tion to being a floor covering above 
comparison — it provides a source 
of constant pleasure and interest. 
We are always glad to extend to 
our clients the knowledge gained 
through many years of close asso¬ 
ciation with the East. 
W & J. SLOANE 
ESTABLISHED 1843 
FIFTH AVENUE AND 47th ST., NEW YORK 
WASHINGTON SAN FRANCISCO 
IN THIS KURDESTAN RUG THE WEAVER 
HAS ARBITRARILY USED THREE DESIGNS 
IN THE BORDER AND SIX DESIGNS IN 
THE BODY OF THE RUG. 
