Michael Craycraft was a distinguished tribal rug dealer and a foremost expert on Baluch and Turkmen weavings.
In 2009, he organized the inaugural Antique Rug & Textile Show (ARTS) in San Francisco, contributing significantly to the appreciation of antique rugs and textiles.
In his career, Craycraft moved to Germany and collaborated with Dr. Ulrike Montigel of Galerie Arabesque in Stuttgart. He was a familiar presence at international rug fairs, including the Sartirana Textile Show in Italy.
Known for his deep knowledge and sometimes strong opinions, Craycraft was a genuine expert and connoisseur of tribal weavings. Jozan Magazine has published articles by Michael Craycraft.
Michael Craycraft passed away on May 10, 2015.
Archive of Jozan Magazine's articles that concern or mention Michael Craycraft:
The annual Antique Rug & Textile Show in San Francisco is one of the most popular and important fairs for antique tribal rugs and textiles. This years show takes place 18-21 October 2012 at the Motel Capri in San Francisco Marina District.
Peter Hoffmeister was first on the podium Saturday morning. His lecture on collecting described how this path has enriched his life including the milestones that led to the accumulation of his collection.
This year’s Belutschtreffen took place in Frank Diehr’s homecourt, Wuppertal und Schwelm, immediately adjacent to each other along Germany’s Wupper River. Frank and Dr. Hans Ritter organized the meeting and program.
The opening preview of SF Tribal & Textile Arts Show took place 9 February 2012. Dates for the ongoing show are 10-12February and opening hours Friday and Saturday 11am – 7pm and Sunday 11am – 5pm.