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Khorjin
(Posted on 09/05/24)Handcrafted by highlyskilled weavers in Afghanistan, Khorjin rugs are a testament to the artistryand expertise of Afghan artisans. Each rug is meticulously woven, resulting ina unique piece that tells a story of heritage and tradition. The Khorjin...
Turkish kilim draught excluder
(Posted on 08/05/24)Are you tired of chilly drafts sneaking into your home under the doors? Look no further! We have the perfect solution for you - the Turkish Kilim Draught Excluder. Our Turkish Kilim Draught Excluders are not only practical but also add a touch of elegance...
Tabriz
(Posted on 20/04/24)Tabriz Oriental rugs, originating from Iran's Tabriz city, are celebrated for their intricate artistry, delicate designs, and exceptional handiwork. These handcrafted marvels often showcase elaborate floral patterns, intricate curving...
Why are green oriental rugs so rare?
(Posted on 25/02/23)The simple answer is that green is the holy colour of the Prophet Mohammed so is not considered a colour suitable to be walked on. That is not to say that green rugs do not get made, nor it would it be considered an insult to have a green rug...
Heriz
(Posted on 01/10/22)This Persian rug is made in the town of Heriz in north-west Persia and in a number of outlying villages stretching to Tabriz. Despite the proximity to Tabriz, Heriz rugs possess an appearance and character that is unmistakably their own. The dominant...
Bidjar
(Posted on 24/09/22)Superb rugs woven in a small village about 30 miles from the town of Senneh in Kurdistan, and often referred to as the 'iron rug of Persia' because of their strength and durability. The knotting on the persian rug is not especially fine, with between...
Sarouk
(Posted on 03/09/22)Made in a wide area in and around the village of Sarouk in the Arak province of central Persia, they are generally of excellent quality. They are normally woven on cotton foundations , with between 160 and 400 Persian knots per inch squared, using very...
Hamadan
(Posted on 27/08/22)Made in dozens of small villages in a wide radius around the west central Persian city of Hamadan, they constitute some of the shoddiest and most unattractive items made anywhere in Persia (Iran) today. However there are also some well made and visually...
Tabriz
(Posted on 20/08/22)Country of origin: Persia (Iran) Category: Workshop and masterworkshop Price range: Low/medium to wealth Mad in and around the town of Tabriz in the Azerbaijan district of north-west Persia, they represent the most variable Persian workshop items...
Malayer
(Posted on 16/10/19)Malayer Malayer is a large village located between the major weavingareas of Hamadan and Sarouk in Northwest Persia. In Malayer and the smallvillages surrounding it, production was almost exclusively small antique rugsand runners made by individual...