by Ivan Soenderholm The 15th International Conference on Oriental Carpets (ICOC) took place in Istanbul from June 6 to 9, 2024, offering a comprehensive program for enthusiasts and professionals in the field. Organized in collaboration with the Istanbul Association of Carpet Exporters (IHiB), the event featured academic sessions, exhibitions, and … read more
The 14th International Conference on Oriental Carpets (ICOC) was held in Washington DC from June 7 -10, 2018 in collaboration with the Textile Museum and the George Washington University Museum. The exhibitions included ikats from the Guido Goldman collection at both the Textile Museum and the Smithsonian Institution’s Sackler Museum, other Central Asian carpets … read more
by Wendel Swan The 13th International Conference on Oriental Carpets (ICOC) was held in Washington DC from 6 – 9 August 2015. This edition was scheduled especially to collaborate with and support The Textile Museum’s new location on the campus of George Washington University. Participants turned out in larger numbers … read more
by Dennis Dodds In June of 2011, ICOC organized a smorgasbord of discoveries, receptions and festive cultural events that drew enthusiasts and aficionados, expert collectors, scholars and dealers from around the world. June is an ideal time of year to visit these wonderful northern cities with their rivers, canals, … read more
The 11th International Conference on Oriental Carpets (ICOC) took place in Istanbul from April 19 to 23, 2007, bringing together nearly 600 participants, including scholars, collectors, dealers, and enthusiasts from around the world. As one of the most significant events in the field of Oriental carpets, the conference provided a … read more
by Wendel Swan The 10th International Conference on Oriental Carpets (ICOC) was held in Washington, DC from 17 – 21 April 2003 at the luxurious Omni Shoreham Hotel, recently restored to its 1930s splendor at a cost of $80 million. Many restaurants, shops and the National Zoo were within walking distance. … read more