Posts by Ben Mihojevich
Inspiration Everywhere – Hunting Scene
When looking for inspiration for his modern carpet designs, owner and lead designer Bahram Shabahang discovers the ideas for his carpet designs all around him. Dive into this week’s “Inspiration Everywhere” to learn more about our chic but playful wool and silk carpet, titled Hunting Scene, and the inspiration that led to its creation.
Read MoreA Brief History – Haji Jalili Carpets
Renowned for their divine design and quality, Haji Jalili carpets are among the most sought-after Persian antiques. Why are they so special? What about these carpets makes them superior to carpets made in neighboring areas, such as Tabriz or Kashan? Continue reading this week’s A Brief History to unravel their history and what distinguishes them from other…
Read MoreAntique Spotlight – Qashqai Persian Carpet Featuring King Bahram and the Lion
Storytelling has long been a sacred pastime, passed down from generation to generation. Within Persian culture, storytelling is common amongst textiles, especially within Persian carpets. In this week’s Antique Spotlight, read to uncover more about this particular Qashqai carpet’s construction and the importance of its design regarding the story of King Bahram and the Lion.
Read MoreStaff Pick – Antique Persian Bakshaish Carpet
With thousands of hand-knotted carpets in our inventory, you never know what jewels may be waiting within the collection. When it comes to antique carpets, many may not consider them due to common misconceptions, such as concerns over durability, design, and cleaning. If we had a chance to prove these customers wrong, we would show…
Read MoreInspiration Everywhere – The Map Collection
With such a vast collection of fabulous contemporary carpets, it is finally time we look at one of our most impressive and creative carpet series, the Map Collection. With two- and three-dimensional designs within these carpets, continue reading this week’s Inspiration Everywhere to learn about the origin of this collection and the in-depth analysis of San Francisco, South…
Read MoreStaff Pick – Vintage & Traditional Ghashghai Carpet
Surrounded by thousands of carpets of varying provenance, we sometimes take for granted the captivating intrigue of tribal rugs. Here at Orley Shabahang, we learn through experience that the more time we spend with these unique rugs, the more we fall in love with them. While tribal carpets tend to be more rustic and playful…
Read MoreStaff Pick – Checkers
With thousands of custom design styles in our repertoire, ranging from abstract to architectural, sometimes our more subdued carpets miss their well-deserved spotlight. This week, we will be featuring this lovely neutral 8’ x 10’ carpet titled Checkers. From its simple, two-toned design to its pure wool pile, continue reading this week’s Staff Pick to learn more about…
Read MoreStaff Pick – Persian Haji Jalili Carpet
Whether you are a novice in the world of antique rugs or a seasoned carpet connoisseur, you are likely familiar with the works of master weaver Haji Jalili. World-renowned for their craftsmanship, Haji Jalili carpets convey the signature coloration, designs, and technique of their artist and maker. This week’s Staff Pick showcases one of our most exquisite…
Read MoreInspiration Everywhere: Water Lilies
This week’s Inspiration Everywhere dives into the green and cream pile of our Art Deco carpet, titled Water Lilies. Why is Water Lilies one of the premier examples of our Art Deco collection? With its realism-inspired design, continue reading to discover what inspirations went into Water Lilies design and how its realism-inspired design captivates audiences.
Read MoreAntique Spotlight – Floral Sarouk Carpet
The words “Persian carpet” in casual conversation often evoke nostalgic memories of classic floral motifs in vibrant shades of red and blue. Perhaps you hear the words and think of the treasured family heirloom carpet handed down from generations before. Likely, the rug you are envisioning is more specifically a Sarouk, a quintessential example of…
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