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This volume documents the “Loan Exhibition of Oriental Rugs From the Collection of James F. Ballard of St. Louis, MO, ” which was displayed at the Minneapolis Institute of Arts from February 1 to April 13, 1922. James F. Ballard was a noted collector of Oriental rugs, and this exhibition offered a glimpse into his impressive collection. The book serves as a historical record of the exhibit and provides insight into the appreciation of Oriental rugs during the early 20th century. Featuring examples from various regions, the rugs showcased represent the artistry and craftsmanship of textile makers from across the Orient. The catalog is invaluable for researchers, collectors, and anyone interested in the history of textile arts and the cultural significance of Oriental rugs. This edition allows a new generation to appreciate the beauty and historical importance of the Ballard collection. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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