How do I clean a wool rug?

Regular gentle vacuuming without a beater bar removes surface grit from the wool pile. Professional washing by a specialist experienced in antique textiles remains essential for deep cleaning. Avoid household detergents or vigorous scrubbing, which can damage natural dyes and weaken the cotton or wool foundation.

Can I use these rugs in high traffic areas?

Wool possesses natural lanolin that resists dirt and provides inherent resilience against daily wear. Many tribal and village carpets were constructed precisely for heavy domestic use. Placing a quality underlay beneath the carpet prevents slipping and reduces friction between the backing and the floorboards.

How do I identify a tribal rug?

Tribal rugs typically feature geometric motifs, bold medallions, and spontaneous local designs rather than formal court curves. They often originate from nomadic or village weavers working from memory rather than drawn cartoons. Palettes in these pieces tend to rely on rich reds, indigos, and earth tones derived from local dyestuffs.

What is the difference between a carpet and a rug?

Carpets generally refer to larger floor coverings designed to occupy a substantial portion of a room. Rugs often denote smaller formats, including hearth sizes, runners, or area pieces. Both terms describe similar woven constructions, differing primarily in physical scale and placement within an interior.

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A vintage wool area carpet brings warmth and deep texture to a floor, offering durable craft shaped by traditional weaving centres.

Antique Caucasian Karabagh or Armenian Kazak Rug, People and Animals, Circa 1900.

1900 - 1920

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Antique Caucasian Karabagh or Armenian Kazak Rug, People and Animals, Circa 1900.

From Cotswold Oriental Rugs

£2,100

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Antique Kurdish Kelleh Long Rug with Dragon Border, Circa 1900.

1900 - 1920

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Antique Kurdish Kelleh Long Rug with Dragon Border, Circa 1900.

From Cotswold Oriental Rugs

£2,950

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Persian Tribal Rug 1.60m X 1.36m, Circa 1880

19th century

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Persian Tribal Rug 1.60m X 1.36m, Circa 1880

From Aaron Nejad Carpets and Rugs

£2,600

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Agra Carpet, 2.93m X 1.67m (9'8" X 5'5"), Circa 1890

19th century

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Agra Carpet, 2.93m X 1.67m (9'8" X 5'5"), Circa 1890

From Aaron Nejad Carpets and Rugs

£6,000

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1900 - 1920

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Antique Afghan Baluch Rug, Small Size with Lattice Design, Circa 1900.

From Cotswold Oriental Rugs

£600

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Antique Kurdish Soumak Kilim by the Quchan Kurds, Circa 1900.

1900 - 1920

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Antique Kurdish Soumak Kilim by the Quchan Kurds, Circa 1900.

From Cotswold Oriental Rugs

£2,100

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Antique Indian Agra Rug, All Over Design with Superb Rich Colours, Circa 1890.

19th century

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Antique Indian Agra Rug, All Over Design with Superb Rich Colours, Circa 1890.

From Cotswold Oriental Rugs

£1,750

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Antique Sarouk Rug, Very Fine Weave, Outstanding Condition, Circa 1900.

1900 - 1920

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Antique Sarouk Rug, Very Fine Weave, Outstanding Condition, Circa 1900.

From Cotswold Oriental Rugs

£6,000

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Antique Turkish Star Ushak Design Rug, Beautiful Example, Circa 1900/20.

1900 - 1920

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Antique Turkish Star Ushak Design Rug, Beautiful Example, Circa 1900/20.

From Cotswold Oriental Rugs

£22,000

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Antique Kork Kashan Rug, Very Fine, Soft Wool, Circa 1900.

1900 - 1920

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Antique Kork Kashan Rug, Very Fine, Soft Wool, Circa 1900.

From Cotswold Oriental Rugs

£8,500

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Nomadic weavers occasionally inserted deliberate minor flaws into geometric patterns to ward off evil spirits and honour the perfection of higher powers.

'Mokhtashem' Keshan Rug, Persia, 1.98m X 1.30m

19th century

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'Mokhtashem' Keshan Rug, Persia, 1.98m X 1.30m

From Aaron Nejad Carpets and Rugs

£3,400

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19th century

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Turkish Ushak Rug

From Dean Antiques Ltd

£22,500

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Khotan Carpet, Circa 1920, 3.15m X 1.80m (10'3" X 5'11")

1900 - 1920

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Khotan Carpet, Circa 1920, 3.15m X 1.80m (10'3" X 5'11")

From Aaron Nejad Carpets and Rugs

£2,300

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1900 - 1920

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Antique Karaja Rug, Persia

From Farnham Antique Carpets

£980

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Fine Antique West Persian Rug 2.05m X 1.32m (6'9" X 4'3")

19th century

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Fine Antique West Persian Rug 2.05m X 1.32m (6'9" X 4'3")

From Aaron Nejad Carpets and Rugs

£2,250

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Antique Caucasian Armenian Erivan Rug on a Scarce Yellow Ground, Circa 1900.

1900 - 1920

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Antique Caucasian Armenian Erivan Rug on a Scarce Yellow Ground, Circa 1900.

From Cotswold Oriental Rugs

£2,500

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Vintage Wool Area Carpet

Antique Caucasian Karabagh or Armenian Kazak Rug, People and Animals, Circa 1900.

Antique Kurdish Kelleh Long Rug with Dragon Border, Circa 1900.

Persian Tribal Rug 1.60m X 1.36m, Circa 1880

Agra Carpet, 2.93m X 1.67m (9'8" X 5'5"), Circa 1890

Antique Afghan Baluch Rug, Small Size with Lattice Design, Circa 1900.

Antique Kurdish Soumak Kilim by the Quchan Kurds, Circa 1900.

Antique Indian Agra Rug, All Over Design with Superb Rich Colours, Circa 1890.

Antique Sarouk Rug, Very Fine Weave, Outstanding Condition, Circa 1900.

Antique Turkish Star Ushak Design Rug, Beautiful Example, Circa 1900/20.

Antique Kork Kashan Rug, Very Fine, Soft Wool, Circa 1900.

'Mokhtashem' Keshan Rug, Persia, 1.98m X 1.30m

Turkish Ushak Rug

Khotan Carpet, Circa 1920, 3.15m X 1.80m (10'3" X 5'11")

Antique Karaja Rug, Persia

Fine Antique West Persian Rug 2.05m X 1.32m (6'9" X 4'3")

Antique Caucasian Armenian Erivan Rug on a Scarce Yellow Ground, Circa 1900.

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