What Makes A Good Persian Rug
This is the most asked question in different forms about Handmade Persian Rugs. A combination of factors determines the valuation of a Handmade Rug. We have tried to simplify the reply to this question by creating a table we have named the 3c table. Every rug on our site has this table with three distinct […]
RUGS ARE MORE THAN JUST A FLOOR COVERING
Rugs are a crucial element when it comes to interior designing your home, and you might be wondering, why is it so important? Some may argue that it’s not a necessity, but let’s dive deeper into what a rug can do for your living spaces. Firstly, it enhances your decor and adds an aesthetic appeal […]
My Take on The Rug Market in Iran
Persian Rug Market Iranian exports of Persian rugs have been diminishing steadily and are at the lowest for a quarter of a century. ([i], [ii]) In the 1980s, Iran exported $1.7 billion of rugs, and demand for Iranian tribal rugs buoyed the market. Yet in the intervening years, producers in countries such as India, […]
Why Are Persian Rugs So Expensive?
I see this question come up time and again; when in reality, the question should be ‘why are Persian rugs worth so much?’ After all, the record price paid for a 17th Century Persian carpet through Sotheby’s in New York stands at $33.8m (£26.2m). The prevalent art of weaving rugs can be traced back well […]
