How do I clean an antique wool rug?

Maintenance requires gentle surface vacuuming without the beater bar engaged to protect the wool pile and delicate hand-spun fibres. Professional specialist cleaning remains necessary for deep restoration. Water exposure should stay strictly limited to prevent dye bleeding across natural colourants. Prompt attention to minor spills preserves the structural integrity of the weave.

Are these rugs suitable for high traffic areas?

The dense wool construction and tight knotting of these tribal floor coverings provide natural resilience against daily foot traffic. Placing a quality underlay beneath the textile prevents slippage and reduces friction. Regular rotation distributes wear evenly across the surface of runners and carpets. This simple habit extends the practical lifespan of antique floor textiles in busy rooms.

How can I tell a Baluch rug from a Kazak?

Baluch weavings typically feature darker colour palettes dominated by deep browns, dark blues, and rich reds with smaller repeat octagon motifs. These pieces originate from nomadic groups spanning the borders of Iran, Afghanistan, and Turkmenistan. Kazak rugs display brighter, contrasting primary colours with large geometric medallions and Caucasian tribal symbols. The structural weave and wool texture also differ distinctly between these regional traditions.

What is a prayer rug used for?

Traditional prayer rugs feature a distinct pointed arch or mihrab motif that indicates the intended directional orientation during use. Historical contexts linked these smaller mats directly to personal devotional practices. Today, collectors appreciate these portable formats as decorative wall hangings or focused hearth mats. The distinctive niche design helps separate prayer formats from standard area rugs.

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A geometric floor mat brings woven tribal structure and rectilinear motifs straight to the ground from nineteenth and early twentieth century traditions.

Antique Turkish Bergama Region Karakecili Rug, Rustic Charm, Circa 1900.

1900 - 1920

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Antique Turkish Bergama Region Karakecili Rug, Rustic Charm, Circa 1900.

From Cotswold Oriental Rugs

£2,900

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Old Sharkoy Kilim with Banded Design, Circa 1930.

1920 - 1940

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Old Sharkoy Kilim with Banded Design, Circa 1930.

From Cotswold Oriental Rugs

£975

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1900 - 1920

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Antique Karaja Rug, Persia

From Farnham Antique Carpets

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19th century

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Antique Tribal Afshar Rug with Repeat Heratti Design, 2nd Half 19th Century.

From Cotswold Oriental Rugs

£3,950

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1900 - 1920

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Antique Persian Wool Rug

From CJ Antiques

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Antique Turkish Bergama Region Karakecili Rug, Rustic Charm, Circa 1900.

Old Sharkoy Kilim with Banded Design, Circa 1930.

Antique Karaja Rug, Persia

Antique Tribal Afshar Rug with Repeat Heratti Design, 2nd Half 19th Century.

Antique Persian Wool Rug

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