How do I hang a textile safely?

Mounting a textile requires spreading the weight evenly across the entire upper edge to prevent distortion of the fabric. Using a fabric sleeve stitched to the reverse or a padded wooden batten ensures the piece hangs flat without placing undue strain on historical fibres.

Are these pieces cleaned before sale?

Antique textiles demand specialist care to preserve fragile natural dyes and aged wool structures. Professional conservation cleaning occurs only when strictly necessary, maintaining the historic integrity and patina of the object.

How do I identify Persian tribal work?

Persian tribal weavings often feature geometric motifs, animal forms, and deep natural colour palettes linked to specific confederacies. Sub-tribe attributions rely on distinctive border patterns, structural formats, and traditional weaving techniques passed down through generations.

Can these hang in direct sunlight?

Direct sunlight poses a significant risk to natural dyes and antique wool, cotton, and silk fibres. Placing textiles away from unshaded windows prevents fading and preserves the rich multicolour palette over time.