How do I choose the right size rug?

Measure your floor space carefully to ensure furniture legs either rest fully on the textile or sit entirely off it. Runners suit narrow hallways, while large carpets anchor central living spaces. Consider door clearance and foot traffic patterns when selecting between heavy pile carpets and flat-woven runners.

What is the difference between village and city carpets?

City carpets like Tabriz and Isfahan feature precise, intricate floral patterns planned out on paper cartoons. Village and tribal pieces display geometric motifs created from memory by independent weavers. Tribal rugs often possess a spontaneous, robust charm, whereas city workshops deliver formal symmetry.

How should I care for an antique rug?

Vacuum gently without using a rotating brush roll to protect the aged wool fibres and delicate fringes. Rotate the textile periodically to ensure even wear from foot traffic and sunlight. Professional cleaning by specialists familiar with antique vegetable dyes prevents shrinkage and colour bleeding.

How can I identify the region of origin?

Examine the specific motifs, border arrangements, and colour palettes characteristic of known weaving areas such as Kazak, Heriz, or Hamadan. Structural traits like knot count and warp material also offer clues. Regional signatures often manifest in distinct wool textures and structural edge finishes unique to specific tribes.

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When choosing an oriental carpet rug, you acquire a woven textile spanning centuries of regional tradition from Persian, Caucasian, and Anatolian workshops.