Ghiordes
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of Ghiordes
First recorded in 1895–1900; variant spelling of Gördes, town in Turkey
Example Sentences
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Ghiordes rugs of antiquity are not in the market.
From Rugs: Oriental and Occidental, Antique & Modern A Handbook for Ready Reference by Holt, Rosa Belle
The antique Ghiordes rugs are really fine in colors, generally with much pale green, red, or blue.
From Rugs: Oriental and Occidental, Antique & Modern A Handbook for Ready Reference by Holt, Rosa Belle
Sometimes, too, the Ghiordes panel is seen above the niche.
From Rugs: Oriental and Occidental, Antique & Modern A Handbook for Ready Reference by Holt, Rosa Belle
Cloud bands, seen in Chinese and old Ghiordes rugs.
From Rugs: Oriental and Occidental, Antique & Modern A Handbook for Ready Reference by Holt, Rosa Belle
The apex of the mihrab or niche runs high in the Ghiordes rug.
From Rugs: Oriental and Occidental, Antique & Modern A Handbook for Ready Reference by Holt, Rosa Belle
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