Posts by North Woods
Antique Spotlight – Ardal Bakhtiari Gallery Carpet
This week’s blog is an Antique Spotlight on our fabulous Antique Ardal Bakhtiari gallery carpet. Located just outside of Isfahan, Char Mahal is the birthplace of the Bakhtiari carpet. Read this week’s Antique Spotlight to learn more about this remarkable Persian carpet from the birthplace of Bakhtiaris.
Read MoreStaff Pick – Distinctive Persian Lion Carpets
This carpet features a distinctive lion wielding a sword with the sun peaking over his mane. The motif stretches from end to end and contrasts beautifully with the field’s rich red background. In Iran, the iconic symbol of the lion, sword, and sun represent a spiritual leader and teacher, and their gaze is intended to break down the viewer’s barricades. In turn, this allows the viewer to look outward at the carpet, but inward upon themselves. This carpet is a superb example of traditional Persian lion carpets with the exceptional clarity of its motif. Since this piece measures just under 3’ x 5’, this Persian carpet is ideal for a bedroom, a living room, a den, or even an office space.
Read More5 Reasons why Persian Carpets are Perfect for Winter
With winter in full swing, Persian carpet connoisseurs continue to kick their feet up comfortably on their curated carpet collections. Aside from their looks, discover the top 5 reasons why Persian carpets are perfect for winter!
Read MoreIn the Press: Jeremiah Brent Manhattan Apartment in Architectural Digest
Featured in an exclusive on the Architectural Digest website, Orley Shabahang carpets featured in this luxury project by the premier design firm, Jeremiah Brent Design.
Read MoreA Brief History – Gabbeh Carpets
Gabbeh carpets can be identified by their durable and plush pile, and their distinctive, fanciful designs. But Gabbeh carpets are more versatile and functional than people realize. Continue reading to discover some of what makes Gabbeh carpets truly special. Persian Loristan Gabbeh Rug – 4’9″ x 7’5″
Read MoreStaff Pick – Donya
This week’s staff pick, Donya, comes from our Mosaic collection. Carefully balanced, this design contains multitudes in its intricate design and the infiniteness of the circles contained within. Continue reading to understand why Ben chose Donya as our Staff Pick.
Read MoreVintage Spotlight – Antique Hamadan Persian Carpet
This week’s vintage spotlight blog comes from our 1stDibs catalog, our 3’ x 6’ Antique Persian Hamadan carpet. Woven over 100 years ago, this carpet is still in like-new condition and has a unique story hidden within the pile. Keep reading to discover more about Hamadan Persian Rugs.
Read MoreHappy New Year from Orley Shabahang
Happy New Year from all of us at Orley Shabahang! We would like to take the opportunity to wish you and yours a happy and healthy year ahead. With a new decade in our sights, we look forward to brightening up your décor with the world’s finest modern Persian carpets. Thank you for your support,…
Read MoreA Brief History – Persian Mihrab
A Brief History – Persian Mihrab
For generations, Persian tribes have borrowed elements from each other to create today’s authentic Persian carpets. These elements can include motifs, patterns, pile length, and knotting style. Specifically we wanted to explorethe Persian mihrab design and how to identify it in varying carpets.
Inspiration Everywhere – Anatomy of a Flower
From Orley Shabahang’s Art Nouveau Collection, we bring you Anatomy of a Flower, a contemporary and modern carpet designed by our owner and lead designer, Bahram Shabahang. Finding inspiration wherever he travels, Bahram continues to design the world’s finest modern Persian carpets. Continue reading to discover the inspirational origins of this fabulous contemporary design.
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