How do I care for an antique rug?

Vacuum gently without using a rotating beater bar to protect the delicate wool pile and structural foundation. Professional cleaning by a specialist in antique textiles is recommended every few years to remove embedded grit safely.

Are these rugs suitable for high traffic areas?

Traditional Persian weaving uses resilient wool and dense knotting designed to withstand generations of daily household movement. Placing a quality underlay beneath the rug prevents slipping and reduces friction against hard flooring surfaces.

How can I tell a village rug from a city carpet?

Village and tribal rugs often feature bolder geometric patterns, memorised designs and slightly irregular outlines. City carpets from workshops tend to display finer floral curves, precise symmetry and higher knot densities.

What do natural dyes look like over time?

Natural dyes age gracefully, developing subtle variations in tone known as abrash across the wool field. This organic fading process gives older Persian textiles a harmonious, muted depth that chemical dyes rarely replicate.