The American Pasha's 1997 Christmas Party

William Russell Pickering - The American Pasha threw the social event of the Holiday season when he hosted the Hajji Babas and the Washington Textile Group as well as guests from all over. Pickering is one of the elder statesmen of the Rug World as well as author, scholar, philanthropist and always a gentleman.

	#1. The American Pasha in the blue shirt with his friend Lindsey Middelton. Please note the incredible Moroccan pieces on the wall.
	#2. Two men with a keen eye for Turkoman carpets; Robert Pinner and Andy Weber.
	#3. Shirley Boucher in red giving careful thought to the tasting of the wine.
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	#6. Bobbie Howrey of Winterthur enjoying a moment with the American Pasha Russ Pickering.
	#7. Washington Textile Group President Jerry Thompson in the sweater with Shirley Boucher immediately to his left. Internet cyber-dealer Phil Wallick to the far left.

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