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.

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

19th century

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Antique Ushak Carpet

From Farnham Antique Carpets

£36,000

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19th century

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Antique Ziegler Carpet

From Farnham Antique Carpets

£26,000

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Antique Kurdish or South Caucasian Runner with Garden Design, Superb Condition, Circa 1920.

1900 - 1920

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Antique Kurdish or South Caucasian Runner with Garden Design, Superb Condition, Circa 1920.

From Cotswold Oriental Rugs

£2,950

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1900 - 1920

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Antique Karaja Runner

From Farnham Antique Carpets

£6,000

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Antique Isfahan Rug, Very Fine Weave, Lambs Wool on Silk Foundation, Circa 1920.

1900 - 1920

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Antique Isfahan Rug, Very Fine Weave, Lambs Wool on Silk Foundation, Circa 1920.

From Cotswold Oriental Rugs

£4,500

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349 X 392cm Antique Oushak or Ushak Carpet

19th century

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349 X 392cm Antique Oushak or Ushak Carpet

From James Cohen Antique Carpets

£18,000

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19th century

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Antique Kazak Rug

From Farnham Antique Carpets

£15,000

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Fine Antique Mahal Room Size Carpet 374x260cm

19th century

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Fine Antique Mahal Room Size Carpet 374x260cm

From Haliden Oriental Carpets

£6,995

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19th century

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Large Sultanabad Carpet 477x338 Cm

From Haliden Oriental Carpets

£12,500

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19th century

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Rare Antique Ziegler Carpet

From Farnham Antique Carpets

£36,000

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Listings feature pieces dated from 1850 through the 1930s, utilising wool, cotton, silk, and natural dyes across Persian, Caucasian, Anatolian, and Tibetan traditions.