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What’s the deal with antique Persian carpets?

Posted on by D F

With everything that’s been going on in Iran lately, we tend to forget that the Middle Eastern country is known as the original home of the oriental carpet. Iran (Persia) is the oldest and once the most powerful empire in the Middle East. Many of the finest antique Persian carpets have originated from Iran over the last hundred years or longer.

 

Persia stood at the crossroads of Eastern and Western civilizations. Under the Safavid dynasty, Iran attained its artistic height. Court weaving, together with the art of calligraphy, miniature painting, and tile work, flourished to exceptional heights during this dynasty. It is during this dynasty that many of the fine antique Persian carpets from today were made.

Midnight Black, Vintage Persian Nehevand, Cropped Thin, 100% Wool, Hand Knotted, Zero Pile, Sides and Ends Professionally Secured, Mat, Oriental Rug
This handcrafted Vintage Persian Nehevand is an authentic Pure Wool oriental rug. © 1800getarug.com

 

The brilliant era witnessed the development of highly qualified carpet factories in cities including Kerman, Isfahan, Kashan, Tabriz, and Herat (now a part of Afghanistan). Iran is the genesis of most motifs, patterns, and traditional coloration, that are produced in rugs throughout the world today. Over the centuries, antique Persian carpets have become treasured heirlooms, passed on from one generation to the next. It is a true testament to the people who made the carpet originally that they are able to hold up over the course of time and still be in a condition that would be acceptable for use year after year.

Auburn Red, Hand Spun New Zealand Wool, Hand Knotted, Antiqued Fine Heriz Re-Creation with Geometric Medallion, Vegetable Dyes, Denser Weave, Oriental Rug
This handcrafted Antiqued Fine Heriz Re-Creation is an original Pure Wool oriental rug. © 1800getarug.com

 

 

So whether you’re looking for a Persian Antique Carpet or Semi-Antique, Fine New Oriental Rugs, 19th century European designs or modern area rugs, log on to www.1800getarug.com where you will find a unique collection of beautiful hand-knotted rugs which is always up to date with new colors and designs. Our showroom is open Monday through Saturday for you to view our vast selection of fine Persian rugs, and for you to find that special rug that you can pass on in your family for generations to come! Please stop by today or visit our website to find the rug for you.

Beaver Brown, Hand Knotted, Modern Variegated Design, Natural Undyed Wool, Piled Flat Weave, Tone on Tone, Textured, Oriental Rug
This handcrafted modern design is an authentic wool oriental rug. © 1800getarug.com

 

 

 

Should I get the largest sand rug in the world or just go for the largest Persian rug in the world?

Posted on by D F

You probably know about many things that happen in Iran these days. But did you ever think that one of them is creating the largest rug in the world?

 

 

At astonishing 60,546 square feet and 38 tons of wool, the largest Persian rug was made by 1,200 weavers, in 3 different villages, over almost two years. The carpet will not stay in Iran; it is destined to fly over to the United Arab Emirates.

Should I get the largest sand rug in the world or just go for the largest Persian rug in the world?
Should I get the largest sand rug in the world or just go for the largest Persian rug in the world?

 

Meanwhile in Island of Hormuz, we see that Iranians also love the beach, and they love building stuff out of sand. But if it’s castles for us, guess what they are building? You guessed right… a carpet. Group of Iranian artists created the world’s biggest sand carpet that spreads over amazing 400 square feet and created with 70 different types of send:

Ochre Red, Marine Blue Corners and Border, Hand Knotted Diamond Shaped Central Medallion, Clean, Sides and Ends Professionally Secured, Pure Wool, Even Wear, Vintage Persian Joshagan, Oriental Rug
This handcrafted Vintage Persian Joshagan is an original Pure Wool oriental rug. © 1800getarug.com

 

Think you are ready for your own Persian rug? Well we can’t offer you a sand rug or a 60,000 square feet rug, but we can offer Persian Antique or Semi-Antique, Fine New Oriental Rugs, 19th century European designs or modern area rugs. Just log on to www.1800getarug.com where you will find a unique collection of beautiful handknotted rugs which is always up to date with color and design.

Ochre Red, Marine Blue Corners and Border, Hand Knotted Diamond Shaped Central Medallion, Clean, Sides and Ends Professionally Secured, Pure Wool, Even Wear, Vintage Persian Joshagan, Oriental Rug
This handcrafted Vintage Persian Joshagan is an original Pure Wool oriental rug. © 1800getarug.com

 

 

 

 

 

How to choose a rug? Essential carpet buying tips

Posted on by D F

Buying a rug might seem like an easy task, just head on to the local rug dealer and choose the rug you like. But actually, there are a few carpet buying tips to consider before you buy a rug and several ways to make sure you get the carpet that will best fit your needs.

Size. Before you go to the store, make sure that you know the size of the room that rug is intended for. Pay close attention to the furniture and consider a reasonable size that will not be too small or too big.

Many stores keep rugs hanging from the ceiling which can be confusing. Ask the salesman to put the rug on the floor. You will be surprised to see how small it looks when you are standing above it.

Feel the rug. Not with your hands, but with your feet. Take off your shoes, your socks and walk on the carpet. This is what it’s meant for and you have to make sure you like the feel of the carpet under your feet.

Remember that dark carpets make rooms look much smaller than they are in reality. Bright colors make rooms look a lot bigger. So color is very important here. If you have a smaller apartment, you might want to consider going for bright colors.

For more information about Persian Rugs, Antique rugs or Semi-Antique, Fine New Oriental Rugs, 19th century European designs or modern area rugs, log on to www.1800getarug.com where you will find a unique collection of beautiful hand-knotted rugs which is always up to date with color and design.

The Ideal Rooms For Area Rugs

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You know us here at this blog. We love area rugs. Honestly we would put area rugs anywhere. What room is the best for area rugs? Duh, every room! We would throw a few handknotted area rugs in the back yard if it was up to us. Bottom of the pool? Why not?!

Obviously all of that would be insane for people less obsessed with hand knotted rugs than we are. There are certain rooms though that benefit exponentially from the presence of an area rug. The dining room for example. Placing an area rug with the dining room table in the center can be a great way to tie a room together. It creates an awesome pattern that feels very comfy.

Bedrooms also have perfect spaces for area rugs. A smaller one for example in the space not occupied by your essential bedroom furniture(bed, dresser, etc.) is a great way to avoid walking on cold wood floors when running from the bed to the dresser. It can also really make a hallway more hospitable for bare feet.

There are rooms that are simply made for area rugs and then there are those in which you have to get creative. Why not start by slipping an area rug into one of these rooms, we’ll try and convince you of the pool one at a later date.

Wrapping Yourself In Area Rugs

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I remember when I was a small boy I had a green area rug in my bedroom. When my parents weren’t around I would sometimes find myself rolling inside of it like a taquito, an egg roll, or a canoli depending on your appetite. I was shocked by how comfortable it was in there. Honestly I could have stayed nestled in those soft hand knotted area rugs for days, alas Mom didn’t like this idea. Still I have never had trouble appreciating how cozy an area rug can feel under my bare feet. It is truly like walking on sunshine.

My comfort in rooms with area rugs is noteworthy. I feel so much better knowing they are there. Honestly the sound of clomping feet on hard wood get’s me really anxious and tense. Hand knotted area rugs can really make a guy feel at home. For me, it all stems from those long hours in my own bedroom. Snug as a bug, literally in a rug, that was me. I would go back there in an instant if I could. Things were so much simpler when I could just wrap myself in a rug and space out for a few hours. Now I just stand admiring my area rugs to get peace of mind.