How do I clean an antique rug?

Professional dusting and gentle hand washing maintain the integrity of natural wool fibres without disturbing the foundation. Harsh chemical treatments strip the natural oils from the fleece. Regular light vacuuming without a rotating brush bar removes surface grit before it settles deep into the pile. Keeping the textile out of direct sunlight prevents the indigo dye from fading unevenly.

Where were these rugs woven?

Nomadic tribes and settled villagers produced these textiles across various provinces of Persia, from Khorassan in the northeast to Fars in the southwest. Each tribal confederation maintained distinct colour palettes and geometric symbol systems. Town workshops in centres such as Tabriz and Heriz operated on a larger scale, creating formal floral designs tailored for export markets. Regional geography directly influenced the materials available to the weavers.

Can I place a runner in a hallway?

Narrow formats function well in hallways and entryways where floor traffic is steady. Placing a quality underlay beneath the piece prevents slipping and cushions the wool against hard flooring. Rotating the runner periodically ensures even wear patterns develop across the length of the pile. This simple step extends the working life of the textile in busy spaces.

What makes indigo dye special?

Natural indigo yields deep, complex blue tones that develop a rich patina as the wool ages. Unlike synthetic dyes, plant-based indigo absorbs light differently and shows subtle tonal variations known as abrage. Master dyers dipped the wool multiple times to achieve the darkest shades required for the field. This traditional process created the enduring depth characteristic of nineteenth-century Persian weaving.

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A dark blue persian rug grounds a room with deep indigo wool and generations of nomadic skill.

Antique Mahdad Khani Baluch Rug with Box Medallion Design, Circa 1900.

1900 - 1920

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Antique Mahdad Khani Baluch Rug with Box Medallion Design, Circa 1900.

From Cotswold Oriental Rugs

£750

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Antique Narrow Runner by the Luri Tribe, Circa 1920.

1900 - 1920

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Antique Narrow Runner by the Luri Tribe, Circa 1920.

From Cotswold Oriental Rugs

£2,750

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Antique Rug by the Quchan Kurds, Baluch Salar Khani Design, Circa 1900.

1900 - 1920

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Antique Rug by the Quchan Kurds, Baluch Salar Khani Design, Circa 1900.

From Cotswold Oriental Rugs

£1,500

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Antique Timuri / Baluch Prayer Rug, 'Dokhtar-e-qazi' Design, Circa 1890.

19th century

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Antique Timuri / Baluch Prayer Rug, 'Dokhtar-e-qazi' Design, Circa 1890.

From Cotswold Oriental Rugs

£495

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1900 - 1920

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Antique Mahal Carpet, Persian

From Farnham Antique Carpets

£64,000

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Antique Arab Baluch Rug with Scarce Design, Circa 1890.

19th century

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Antique Arab Baluch Rug with Scarce Design, Circa 1890.

From Cotswold Oriental Rugs

£1,250

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Antique Khorasan Baluch Rug with Mina Khani Variant Design, Circa 1880.

19th century

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Antique Khorasan Baluch Rug with Mina Khani Variant Design, Circa 1880.

From Cotswold Oriental Rugs

£1,500

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1900 - 1920

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Antique Malayer Carpet

From Farnham Antique Carpets

£9,250

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Antique Khorasan Baluch Rug with Mina Khani Variant Design, Circa 1900/20.

1900 - 1920

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Antique Khorasan Baluch Rug with Mina Khani Variant Design, Circa 1900/20.

From Cotswold Oriental Rugs

£750

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Antique Kurdish Long Rug, Great Border, Circa 1900

1900 - 1920

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Antique Kurdish Long Rug, Great Border, Circa 1900

From Cotswold Oriental Rugs

£2,250

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Listings feature wool and cotton constructions dyed with natural indigo, spanning tribal and town workshop origins from the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.

Antique Saddle-bag Face, Qashqa'i Tribes, Fars Province, South-west Persia.

19th century

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Antique Saddle-bag Face, Qashqa'i Tribes, Fars Province, South-west Persia.

From Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

£400

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19th century

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Antique Narrow Runner 312x79cm

From Haliden Oriental Carpets

£2,250

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1900 - 1920

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Antique Wool Carpet

From Fernyhough Antiques Ltd

£395

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19th century

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Antique Tabriz Rug

From Farnham Antique Carpets

£5,200

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1900 - 1920

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Antique Bakhtiar Rug 2.06m X 1.41m

From Rug Addiction

£1,250

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19th century

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Antique Ziegler Carpet

From Farnham Antique Carpets

£65,000

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Dark Blue Persian Rug

Antique Mahdad Khani Baluch Rug with Box Medallion Design, Circa 1900.

Antique Narrow Runner by the Luri Tribe, Circa 1920.

Antique Rug by the Quchan Kurds, Baluch Salar Khani Design, Circa 1900.

Antique Timuri / Baluch Prayer Rug, 'Dokhtar-e-qazi' Design, Circa 1890.

Antique Mahal Carpet, Persian

Antique Arab Baluch Rug with Scarce Design, Circa 1890.

Antique Khorasan Baluch Rug with Mina Khani Variant Design, Circa 1880.

Antique Malayer Carpet

Antique Khorasan Baluch Rug with Mina Khani Variant Design, Circa 1900/20.

Antique Kurdish Long Rug, Great Border, Circa 1900

Antique Saddle-bag Face, Qashqa'i Tribes, Fars Province, South-west Persia.

Antique Narrow Runner 312x79cm

Antique Wool Carpet

Antique Tabriz Rug

Antique Bakhtiar Rug 2.06m X 1.41m

Antique Ziegler Carpet

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