James Opie is recognized as a renowned expert in tribal weavings, particularly those from southern Persia. His book Tribal Rugs: A Complete Guide to Nomadic and Village Carpets (1998) remains a key resource for enthusiasts and scholars.
Opie regularly shares his expertise through lectures, such as the recent presentation Truly Tribal in South Persian Weavings, which explored authentic tribal patterns from Qashqa’i, Khamseh, Luri, Bakhtiyari, and Afshar communities.
Books by the author James Opie included in the rug and textile book section in Jozan Magazine:
Tribal Rugs: Nomadic and Village Weavings from the Near East and Central Asia by James Opie. Publication year 2000 and publisher Tolstoy Pr. 328 pages.
Tribal Rugs: A Complete Guide to Nomadic and Village Carpets (Tribal Rugs) by James Opie. Publication year 1998 and publisher Bulfinch. 328 pages.
Tribal Rugs of Southern Persia by James Opie. Publication year 1982 and publisher James Opie Oriental Rugs. pages.