How do I clean an antique wool carpet?

Gentle surface vacuuming without a rotating brush roll removes routine dust and loose grit from the wool pile. Professional rug cleaning is recommended for deep washing to protect natural dyes and foundation threads. Water saturation and harsh chemical detergents must be avoided to prevent dye bleeding or fibre degradation. Regular rotation ensures even exposure to light and wear across the rug.

Where were these carpets traditionally made?

Production centres span across Persia, the Caucasus region, Anatolia, and Tibet. Each area developed distinct regional motifs, colour palettes, and weaving structures. Tribal groups and village workshops utilised local materials and passed down specific pattern geometries through generations. This creates the regional identities seen in antique Heriz, Kazak, and Ushak pieces.

Are these carpets suitable for heavy traffic?

Hand-spun wool combined with sturdy cotton foundations creates durable floor coverings built for daily domestic use. High knot densities provide structural resilience in hallways and living spaces. Using an appropriate underlay rug pad prevents slipping and cushions the foundation against hard flooring. This simple addition reduces friction and extends the functional life of the textile.

How can I tell the age of a rug?

Structural analysis of the foundation materials, fringe wear, and dye types provides indicators of a rug's period. Natural indigo and madder dyes exhibit subtle tonal variations unique to older hand-dyed wool. Design motifs and regional weaving signatures help narrow down the decade of production. Nineteenth-century examples often display irregular abrash colour shifts resulting from small dye batch variations.

Home > Blue Wool Oriental Carpet > Page 18

Blue Wool Oriental Carpet

780 items · page 18 of 49

← Page 18 of 49 →

A blue wool oriental carpet brings centuries of regional weaving traditions into a room, offering rich natural dyes and durable craftsmanship.

Antique Qashqai Tribal Rug with Single Medallion & Peacocks, Circa 1900.

1900 - 1920

Save

Antique Qashqai Tribal Rug with Single Medallion & Peacocks, Circa 1900.

From Cotswold Oriental Rugs

£1,950

3+ MONTHS AGO

rugs

Antique Isfahan Rug of Classic Small Medallion Design, Circa 1900.

1900 - 1920

Save

Antique Isfahan Rug of Classic Small Medallion Design, Circa 1900.

From Cotswold Oriental Rugs

£1,750

3+ MONTHS AGO

rugs

19th century

Save

Tibetan Saddle Cover, Late 19th Century, 1.31m X 0.65m

From Aaron Nejad Carpets and Rugs

£1,950

3+ MONTHS AGO

rugs

1900 - 1920

Save

Karaja Rug

From Phil Bell Antique Rugs

£750

3+ MONTHS AGO

rugs

1900 - 1920

Save

Heriz Rug

From Phil Bell Antique Rugs

£1,700

3+ MONTHS AGO

rugs

1900 - 1920

Save

Antique Heriz Carpet 2.96m X 2.15m

From Rug Addiction

£3,500

3+ MONTHS AGO

rugs

Antique Tribal Shekarlu Rug 1.97m X 1.26m

1900 - 1920

Save

Antique Tribal Shekarlu Rug 1.97m X 1.26m

From Rug Addiction

£2,200

3+ MONTHS AGO

rugs

Antique Large 100% Wool Tabriz Persian Rug Carpet 390x310cm 13ftx10ft

19th century

Save

Antique Large 100% Wool Tabriz Persian Rug Carpet 390x310cm 13ftx10ft

From Regent Antiques

£1,850

3+ MONTHS AGO

rugs

Antique Half-saddlebag, Shahsevan Nomads, Moghan Region, Azerbaijan

19th century

Save

Antique Half-saddlebag, Shahsevan Nomads, Moghan Region, Azerbaijan

From Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

£750

3+ MONTHS AGO

rugs

Antique Half Saddle-bag, Luri Tribes, Luristan, Western Persia.

19th century

Save

Antique Half Saddle-bag, Luri Tribes, Luristan, Western Persia.

From Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

£650

3+ MONTHS AGO

rugs

Weavers occasionally incorporated intentional irregularities in borders to ward off evil spirits, ensuring every carpet possessed a unique fingerprint.