Where should I place a traditional lattice carpet?

These rectangular and runner formats suit hallways, living rooms, and studies where the geometric repeat can be viewed without heavy furniture obscuring the design. The structured grid pattern helps organise a room layout by adding visual rhythm to open floor spaces.

How do I care for an antique wool carpet?

Regular gentle vacuuming without a rotating brush roll keeps dust from settling into the wool pile. Professional cleaning suited for antique textiles preserves the natural lanolin and dye stability over decades of use.

How can I tell a Caucasian rug from a Persian one?

Caucasian examples generally display bolder, more rigid geometric lattice structures with saturated primary colours. Persian village and tribal pieces often incorporate softer floral elements and curved vines within the repeating compartments.

What dates are typical for these woven carpets?

The listings span from the late nineteenth century through the early decades of the twentieth century. Pieces from this era reflect traditional tribal and village weaving methods before commercial synthetic dyes became widespread.