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How to Identify Hand-made Carpets
We frequently hear questions along the lines of: “How can I be sure of the quality of a hand-made carpet? Is this carpet even hand-made?” These are exactly the questions...
Staff Pick – Karim Khan Zand Antique Carpet
Within human history, there are only a few times where emperors were honored for their peace and prosperity rather than their battles and tribulations. In this week's “Staff Pick,” immerse...
Antique Spotlight – Indigo Malayer Carpet
Of numerous villages located in the Hamadan province, the city of Malayer is amongst the most notable. As can be found throughout the rest of the Hamadan region, Malayer is...
A Brief History –Ghashghai Tribal Carpets
With ten active tribes total still weaving traditional hand-knotted Persian carpets, there is no surprise that their classification generally comes from the tribe or village that crafted them. Ghashghai rugs...
Why is Padding So Important?
Do you ever wonder why carpet stores always suggest purchasing a pad for your carpet? No, it's not to upsell you. It’s because the correct padding is necessary to protect...
Antique Spotlight – Persian Bidjar Carpet
Known for their durability, functionality, and irresistible designs, this week’s Antique Spotlight features a Bidjar carpet from the Kurdistan region of Iran. Continue reading to discover what makes Bidjar carpets so irresistible...
Staff Pick – Rain No. 2
With hundreds of one-of-a-kind creations in our inventory, this week’s blog features Rain No. 2, one of Orley Shabahang’s most versatile designs. Woven with traditional Persian techniques that were that status quo...
