Antique Persian Carpets
As the name suggests, Antique Persian Carpets are a type of Persian art - an ancient art form dating back to almost the 5th century according to archeological data.
There are three types of Persian carpets: Farsh / ‘Q?lii’ (Size greater than 6 x4 feet), Q?licheh (Size is 6 x4 feet or more) [...]
Types Of Antique Persian Rugs
Persian Rugs are highly sought after works of art. If you are gaining an interest in these masterpieces, it is important to know the different types of rugs available. Although the list may seem endless, we can break it down into a few distinct categories based on origin, dominant colors, and patterns.
Northwestern Iran
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Antique Persian Rugs Materials
Persian rugs are made of many types of material, such as jute (a fiber similar to cotton), wool, cotton, silk, flax and hemp. These materials can be used alone, but are often combined to produce beautiful mixed carpets. In addition, materials like wool come in many different types depending on the animal the wool is [...]
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