Sun Bow Trading Company

Sun Bow Trading Company Source acquisition of fine tribal and nomadic textile art since 1978. More information can be found by visiting our website at www.sunbowtrading.com

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Located in Downtown Charlottesville, Virginia, Sun Bow Trading Company has been in operation since 1978. We source our tribal and nomadic textiles at their origins overseas year-round and are always bringing in new pieces. We keep a textile exhibition in our gallery 6 days a week and offer hot tea to all guests and customers. Join us any Monday through Saturday and sign up for our email list to stay updated on our new shipments and sales!

Announcing the publication of Koran Bags Protection and Concealment: The Saul Barodofsky Collection.Co-authored by Saul ...
02/25/2026

Announcing the publication of Koran Bags Protection and Concealment: The Saul Barodofsky Collection.

Co-authored by Saul Barodofsky and Michael Hladky, this is the first book dedicated exclusively to the study and documentation of Koran bags. It features a curated look at the Saul Barodofsky collection, showcasing 150 full-page color photographs.

Subject Matter & Details:

Focus: Historical and ethnographic study of protective textile bags used for the concealment of the Koran.

Origins: Features pieces from the 18th to the mid-20th century, originating from Anatolia, the Caucasus, Iran, and Central Asia.

Visual Documentation: High-resolution photography of diverse weaving and embroidery techniques used for these sacred objects.

Format: Hardcover (ASIN: B0FDFVF8JB).

Order here on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Koran-Bags-Protection-Concealment-Barodofsky/dp/B0FDFVF8JB/

This volume joins our previous work on Nazarlik amulets in exploring the protective visual language of these cultures.

Announcing the publication of Nazarlik: Textile, Color, Pattern, Language, Ornamentation and Other Distractions To Ward ...
02/25/2026

Announcing the publication of Nazarlik: Textile, Color, Pattern, Language, Ornamentation and Other Distractions To Ward Off the Evil Eye and Bring Prosperity and Good Fortune: An Introduction.

Co-authored by Saul Barodofsky and Michael Hladky, this 171-page hardcover volume explores the 5,000-year history of charms and talismans used to ward off the "evil eye," specifically within the weavings of Turkey and the Silk Road.

What experts are saying:

"Such a fascinating book! The material is captivating and contributes much to the visual language of these cultures."
— Dennis Dodd, Secretary General, I.C.O.C.

"An intensely visual introduction... covering a huge range of nazarlik styles, types, and regions."
— Dr. Adam Geiser, Middle East Center, Florida State University.

Subject Matter & Details:

Focus: Ethnographic study of Anatolian and Central Asian protective amulets (Nazarlik).

Visuals: Over 200 high-resolution color photographs documenting regional styles.

Experience: Based on over 50 years of collective research in the field.

Format: Hardcover (ASIN: B0F628932Z).
Order here on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Nazarlik-Ornamentation-Distractions-Prosperity-Introduction/dp/B0F628932Z/

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Charlottesville, VA
22902

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(434) 293-8821

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