Ferahan Sarouk and Bakshaish antique carpets in a contemporary great rom in a desert home

Pairing Of Connoisseur-Caliber 19th-Century Rugs Integrates Spacious Great Room In Contemporary Desert Home

The deeply personal hand-crafted artistry of an outstanding Ferahan Sarouk rug (foreground) and Bakshaish Camelhair carpet (background) is completely transformative in this spacious, high-ceilinged desert home, bringing an easy livability to…
Antique Sultanabad Enriches Contemporary European Drawing Room

Sublime Natural Palette of Uniquely Harmonious Antique Sultanabad Enriches Contemporary European Drawing Room

Evocative emerald green, garnet, apricot, rose and parchment tones are just a few of the seldom-encountered colors that distinguish this outstanding 19th century "Ivory" Sultanabad, an especially prized subgroup ardently pursued by Persian carpet…
Persian Serapi antique rug in a colonial style dining room

Creatively Reinterpreted 150-year-old Persian Serapi Invigorates Colonial Dining Room With Casual Yet Sophisticated Ambiance

This unusually elegant 150-year-old Persian Serapi rug quietly elevates the ambiance of this genteel dining room, bringing an artistic note that is at once entirely unique and totally appropriate for the space. A colonial American sideboard…
A Sultanabad Oriental Rug adds warmth to the entryway in this frank lloyd wright inspired home

Form Follows Function As Superbly Decorative Sultanabad Carpet and Frank Lloyd Wright Architecture Cogently Express Essential Natural Forms

A one-of-a-kind Sultanabad carpet from the turn of the 20th century provides an eloquent and cheerful introduction to the authentic Prairie style architecture of this Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired seaside home. Both the antique Persian weaving…
Caucasian Antique Carpets at the top of a set of stairs

Virtuoso Triad of Collectible Caucasian Rugs Make Staircase Landing A Most Memorable Destination

An extraordinary suite of connoisseur-caliber 19th-century Caucasian rugs elevates this light-filled Napa Valley landing to an unexpected, delightful level of artistic inspiration. The light-filled space is the ideal setting for this exceptionally…
Antique Carpet in a craftsman inspired living room

19th-Century Heriz Village Carpet Provides Understated Yet Invigorating Centerpiece To A Family’s Unpretentious Living Room

Antique Persian Heriz carpets have long been among the most popular accompaniments to summer homes and mountain retreats, as their unaffected, casual artistry and warm natural colors create an atmosphere that is at once memorable and approachable.…
An collectable Ferahan Sarouk antique carpet is the focus of a sitting area in this master suite

Exceptional Ferahan Sarouk Carpet Illuminates Lake House Master Sitting Area With Transformative, One-of-a-kind Artistry

An extraordinary burnished gold medallion becomes the singular centerpiece for this High-Collectible, mid-19th century Ferahan Sarouk carpet, a natural focal point both of the rug’s inspired artistry and for the bedroom conversation area that…
Hadji Jallili Tabriz Antique rug in a Louis XVI sitting room

Virtuoso Hadji Jallili Tabriz Carpet Contributes the Defining Note To A Harmonious Display of Classical European Elegance

An exquisite 19th-century oversize Tabriz attributed to the master carpet designer, Hadji Jallili, sets a pitch-perfect tone of elegant gentility in this refined yet comfortable sitting room, anchoring the space with a foundation of understated…

Geometric Caucasian Tribal Rug Brings Color and Consonance To Contemporary High Rise

This tall-ceiling glass and steel urban condominium is powerfully enlivened by the potent natural colors and striking archetypal geometry of 19th-century collectible tribal and village rugs. Antique Caucasian rugs have long been appreciated…
Antique Persian Bakshaish camelhair in Mediterranean home entry

Atmosphere of Grand Mediterranean Home Elevated by One-in-the-World Persian Bakshaish Camel Hair Runner.

FEATURED IN OUR NEW BROCHURE,Vol. 29, No. 1. A rare Persian Bakshaish Camel Hair runner adds soft contrast along the grand expanse of stone flooring of this Mediterranean home in the Southwest U.S. desert. It is the consummate “opening act”…
Antique Rug Persian camelhair carpet in traditional kitchen of Silicon Valley California home

Highly Unique Antique Kurdish Camelhair Rug Fills this Spacious Breakfast Area with Energy and Presence

FEATURED IN OUR NEW BROCHURE, Vol. 29, No. 1. The rhythmic, folkloric artistry and captivating warmth of luminous undyed camelhair in this exceptional 19th century Persian Kurdish carpet greet these homeowners every morning as they contemplate…
Antique Persian Collectible Bijar Rug 20ft 7in x2ft
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Elegant Grandeur of Traditional Persian Bijar (Bidjar) Rug Ideally Complements Passageway in Mountain Estate

This image is from a whole home project in a massive lakeside family compound in the High Sierras. The exquisite coloration and graceful contours of a quintessential 19th-century Persian Bijar (Bidjar) carpet are immediately compatible within…
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Inspired Wall Placement of Antique Seichur Kuba Runner Transforms Stairwell Into Multidimensional Art Experience

FEATURED IN OUR NEW BROCHURE, Vol. 29, No. 1. Caucasian tribal carpets have long been displayed on the wall alongside paintings and other art objects, where their strikingly elemental motifs and deeply impactful color combinations can become…

Magnificent 19th-Century Kermanshah Carpet Perfectly Expresses The Art-filled Ambiance of An Historic Home

Featured in our Brochure, Vol. 28, No. 2. Set within the grand foyer of a historically distinguished mansion, an exceptional 19th-century Kermanshah carpet elegantly summarizes the themes of genteel refinement, stunningly elevated master craftsmanship…
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Superb 19th-Century Bakshaish Carpet on Floor and Rare Caucasian Baku Rug on Wall Create a Refuge of Artistry in a Modern Setting

Featured in our Brochure, Vol. 28, No. 2. Supported by bright sunlight from an urban home’s floor-to-ceiling windows, a 19th-century Bakshaish Persian village carpet’s camelhair adds a stunning element to this San Francisco executive’s…
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Traditional Houston, Texas Living room with Persian Ferahan Sarouk antique rugs

A Duo of Outstanding Antique Ferahan Sarouk Carpets Unify A Gracious Old World Living Room

The open, expansive plan of a gracious living room is completed by the inclusion of two exceptional antique Ferahan Sarouk carpets. The duo's magnetic artistry unites the spacious entertaining area into a cohesive series of intensely inviting,…

Consummate Persian Art Carpet Brings Unfathomable Richness And Depth To A Traditional Dining Room

Featured in our Brochure, Vol. 28, No. 2. The best antique art carpets create pairings that are far greater than the sum of their parts, uniting furniture, architectural details and other works of art in a way that uniquely enhances their overall…
Houston, Texas Persian Ferahan sarouk antique tug in traditional city view home office

19th-Century Ferahan Sarouk Carpet Brings Focused Attention To Home Office

An exceptional 150-year-old Ferahan Sarouk carpet establishes a contemplative, erudite atmosphere within this high-rise home office.  The expansive Persian room-size rugs glows with a nuanced patina through its exquisitely time-softened natural…

Prized Allover Ivory Sultanabad Carpet Lends An Upbeat Casual Elegance To A Grand Mountain Retreat

Reflecting the many natural colors surrounding it, a 140-year old ivory Sultanabad carpet rests on the family room floor of this Big Sky compound. Tones from the towering cliff face and the blues in the ever-changing sky combined with the colors…
Sultanabad antique rug in grand coastal great room

Expansive Views And Expressive Antique Collectible Carpets Provide Compelling Ambiance In A Grand Lakeside Home

Featured in our Brochure, Vol. 28, No. 2. In this stunning New England home perched at water's edge, two exquisite antique Persian carpets with their time-softened patina and extraordinarily harmonious colors bring the beauty of the majestic…

Rare Serapi “Vase Rug” Sets the Tone for this Connoisseur’s Elegant Home

The entry hall of a connoisseur's home establishes the ambiance of artfulness and elegance with a rare Serapi Vase rug by the front door and an early 19th-century Bakshaish in the passageway. Click Here to see our antique Serapi rugs now available. Click…

Very Rare Sultanabad and Colorful Caucasian Carpets Bring Warm, Human Element That Animates This Urban Apartment

The extraordinary artistry and nuanced, exquisite coloration of top-tier antique carpets provide the perfect counterpoint to the dramatic floor-to-ceiling views of a modern cityscape's glass and steel high-rise architecture.  The exceptionally…
Antique Bakshaish Camelhair runner in Mediterranean home entry

Atmosphere of Grand Mediterranean Home Elevated by One-in-the-World Persian Bakshaish Camel Hair Runner.

A rare Persian Bakshaish Camel Hair runner adds soft contrast along the grand expanse of stone flooring of this Mediterranean home in the Southwest U.S. desert. It is the consummate “opening act” for this large home replete with art and…

19th-Century Persian Bakshaish Rug Hung as Wall Art Is the Ideal Backdrop for Bronze Sculpture.

The impact of art-level antique Oriental rugs hung on the wall in coordination with art of other mediums can be spectacular. The unadorned field of this rare 19th-century Persian Bakshaish Camelhair rug accentuates the bronze sculpture, while…

A Trio of Exceptional 19th-Century Collector’s Carpets Help Create an Extraordinary First Impression

The display of top-tier Oriental carpets and other pieces of art in this connoisseurs’ home create a stunning welcome. At the door a "Serapi Vase Rug", at the bottom of the stairs a very rare 200-year-old Bakshaish carpet, and on the landing…

Geometric Caucasian Tribal Rug Brings Color and Consonance To Contemporary High Rise

This tall-ceiling glass and steel urban condominium is powerfully enlivened by the potent natural colors and striking archetypal geometry of 19th-century collectible tribal and village rugs. Antique Caucasian rugs have long been appreciated…
An Antique Persian Oriental Collectible Laver Kirman rug in a traditional living room

A 150-year-old Laver Kirman Persian Carpet Adds Timeless Romance to this Elegant Sitting Room

A 150-year-old Laver Kirman antique carpet creates an atmosphere of romance and timeless elegance in the living room of this desert home. Note how harmoniously the antique rug interacts with the two 19th-century European paintings in both form…

Rare 19th-Century Sultanabad Carpet Harmonizes with the Art and Decor of this Charming Dining Room

The dining room that adjoins the entry hall shown in the previous image is graced by an oversize 19th-century Sultanabad with a rare maize-toned field that superbly complements the art and overall décor. Click Here to see our antique Sultanabad…

Striking 19th-Century Caucasian Lesghi Rug Adds Dynamic Presence To Modern Dining Room

The incredibly potent natural dyes of a superb antique Lesghi tribal rug provide the perfect counterpoint to the minimalist design and modern cityscape that surround this San Francisco collector's elegant dining area.  The urbane backdrop of…

End of Tuscan Inspired Living Room Hosts a Mid-19th-Century Laver Kirman “Garden of Paradise” Carpet

Antique Persian Laver Kirman carpets enrich the most sophisticated interiors while their inventive artistry and sumptuous detail affords their owners an enjoyment that continues to deepen over time.  This virtuoso Oriental Laver Kirman rug…
Qashqai & Mahajiran Sarouk in home library with fireplace

Mahajiran Sarouk & Kurdish Soumac Antique Persian Rugs Add to the Casual Elegance of this Desert Library

The eye-catching azure main color in the highly-collectible, mid-1800’s rug from the Persian Qashqai tribe introduces the paintings, bronze sculpture, ceramics and two other Persian rugs that enrich this space. The lustrous lamb’s wool,…

Spirited Color of Dynamic 19th-Century Caucasian Runner Brings Warmth and Energy To Contemporary Kitchen

This contemporary home owner has discovered the perfect way to bring one more layer of artistry and individual expression into his modern kitchen: a striking 19th-century Caucasian Gendje runner, displayed on the floor. The antique tribal runner's…

Collectors Showcase a Gem from their Collection in this Tuscan-inspired Living Room, an Extremely Rare Early 19th-Century Persian Rug from the Esteemed Ferahan Town Tradition

A top-tier nearly 200-year old Persian Ferahan carpet was chosen for the main conversation area in this connoisseur couple’s living room where its sublime colors and inspired drawing, especially in the borders, were on view. This captivating…
Persian Antique Mahajran Sarouk Carpets on Wall and Floor are Stunning in Home Office

Antique Persian Rugs Displayed on both Wall and Floor Tremendously Unify the Gentleman’s Office

When used both on the floor and as wall art in the same room, antique oriental rugs can tremendously unify an environment. This is vividly demonstrated by this mid-19th-century Persian Veramin carpet on the floor and a Persian Mahajiran Sarouk…

An Uniquely Eclectic Art Collection is Intertwined With Expressive Caucasian Rugs– Both On the Wall and On The Floor

Transitional hallway spaces become a focal point for art display in this modern city condominium, enlivened by the widely mixed media: sculpture, painting, photography and carpet textiles. The iconic cruciform devices of the mid-19th-century…

Antique Caucasian Talish Rug Placed On The Wall Effortlessly Harmonizes Diverse Art and Architectural Elements

An international tech executive's contemporary high-rise apartment is given an engaging abundance of texture and visual interest through an eclectic collection of striking objets d'art, including the prominent wall placement of a high-collectible…

A Connoisseur Level Antique Persian Ferahan Sarouk Carpet in the Seating Area of an Elegant Home Office Inspires Contemplation and Creativity

This early, spacious town carpet with its riveting medallion and softly glowing field provides a center point for all the activities of a chief executive's personal home office.   One of the gems of this whole home collection of carpets,…
Tribal Antique Persian Oriental Collectible Rug on Wall and antique Persian Bakshaish rug on a table in a lounge

The Traditional Use of Antique Oriental Rugs on the Wall and Over Furniture Conjure Up Distant Lifestyles

The art of antique Oriental carpets stems from a milieu that valued the enlivening effect age-old patterns have on the psyche and emotions. The Asmalyk wedding trapping from the Central Asian Turkoman Yomut tribe on the right wall reveals a…
Antique Persian Oriental Collectible Afshar Bagface Rug Hung on Wall

Carefully Pairing Antique Rugs on Walls with Paintings and Photographs is An Art In Itself and Enlivens Any Vertical Display

Hanging Persian and tribal 19th-century weavings on the walls along with other art is rapidly growing in popularity, as it adds a dynamic, three-dimensional, tactile aspect to a wall display. This antique bag face from the Persian Afshar tribal…

Extremely fine, earth tone Tabriz is the Luxurious Base of This Distinctive Silicon Valley Family Room

This extremely fine, earth tone Tabriz Persian rug provides a luxurious base for this Silicon Valley family room, creating a gracious, distinctive atmosphere. Click Here to see our antique Tabriz rugs now available. Click Here to return to…

Captivating Allover Design Tribal Rug Is A Natural Accompaniment To Eclectic Sculpture Collection When Placed On The Wall

The most impassioned and eclectic art connoisseurs are always attuned to discovering any potential opportunity for enjoying objets d'art and expressing their taste. This savvy collector of 19th-century Caucasian and nomad carpets has found perhaps…

Superb 19th-Century Serapi Carpet on Floor and Rare Caucasian Baku Rug on Wall Create a Refuge of Artistry in a Modern Setting

Supported by bright sunlight from an urban home’s floor-to-ceiling windows, a 19th-century Bakshaish Persian village carpet’s camelhair adds a stunning element to this San Francisco executive’s high-rise pied-a-terre. This well preserved…

A Robin’s Egg Blue Persian Bakshaish Carpet Provides a Stunning Accent in this Handsome Bar Area

Great 19th-century Oriental art carpets aren’t only for anchoring grand formal spaces-they can also be fun! Imagine the redoubled opportunities for connoisseurship presented by this captivating Oriental rug, placed before the wine cabinet…

Art Connoisseurs Strategically Utilize Both Floors and Walls to Display Antique Rug Collection.

It is not unusual for antique rug connoisseurs to find every opportunity to display their woven treasures.  These carpet collectors in the Western states are among the many who adorn both floors and walls. Note the two 19th-century tribal rugs…

Rare Light-Toned Ground Sultanabad Carpet Sets the Scene for a Medley of Harmonious Artistic Performances In This Restful Master Bedroom

A high-collectible, 175-year-old allover Sultanabad carpet with an extremely rare leaf green toned ground and ethereal large-scale allover pattern creates the essential foundation for the quiet, contemplative atmosphere in this contemporary…

Highly Unique Antique Kurdish Camelhair Rug Fills this Spacious Breakfast Area with Energy and Presence

The rhythmic, folkloric artistry and captivating warmth of luminous undyed camelhair in this exceptional 19th-century Persian Kurdish carpet greet these homeowners every morning as they contemplate their day. Instead of placing a larger rug…

Placement On The Wall Highlights The Elemental, Abstract Clarity of 19th-Century Caucasian Gendje Short Runner

Though traditionally use on the floor, antique Oriental carpets are equally spectacular when displayed on the wall, where their striking geometric designs often acquire even more profound potency. These prolific collectors have seized upon this…

Exquisite 19th-century Mohtasham Kashan carpet provides luxurious, illuminating focal point within contemporary urban home

Perfectly complimenting the clean lines and light-filled atmosphere of this modern city high rise home, an exceptional connoisseur-level Court carpet from the astonishingly finely crafted, refined Mohtasham Kashan style is a unique accompaniment…
Antique Oriental Gendje and Shirvan Caucasian Rugs with Abstracted Design in hallway

Antique Caucasian Rugs with Their Unique Abstract Aesthetic Offer a Variety of Design Styles for Display throughout the Home

The Caucasian tribal rug-making tradition begot at least 85 different sub-groups whose motifs range from bold heraldic medallions to petit point, delicately designed fields of geometricized flowers. Displayed on the wall, a playful 19th-century…

Ethereal Celadon Green Based 19th-Century Sultanabad Perfectly Complements The Elemental Simplicity of a Modern Bedroom

The quiet, restful atmosphere of this urban apartment's spacious master bedroom is profoundly enhanced by the unique soft green and pastel coloration of this one-of-a-kind antique Sultanabad art carpet.  Its singular, individually rendered…

Antique Persian Serab Carpet Runners are Especially Suited for Long or Narrow Hallways

The luminous, richly striated wide camelhair border and rhythmic, alternating ivory and terracotta medallions of these outstanding 19th-century Serab runners are the perfect fit for this upstairs hallway, both in dimensions and the restful…

Exceptional 19th-Century Area Size Bakshaish Camelhair Rug Creates Captivating, Contemplative Master Sitting Area

As carpet connoisseurs such as this couple have long realized, the perfect antique Persian rug can completely transform a room, elevating the experience of a space in a profound but unobtrusive way that is unique to this art form. The outstanding…

Hallway Becomes a Floor to Ceiling Art Gallery with this Superb Camelhair Runner

A luxurious Persian Serab Camelhair runner unifies the creative combination of art and craft works in this upstairs hall, leading the eye to the striking wood carving of an Asian dancer.  Using antique art carpets as part of an ensemble of…

Graphic 175-year-old Caucasian Daghestan Rug Both Complements And Enhances A Traditional Master Bath

Though successful in virtually any small space, area size Caucasian tribal rugs are especially effective in bringing a welcome new artistic dimension to elegant bath areas, where their folk art energy can be experienced every day on a direct,…

Outstanding 19th-Century Bakshaish Carpet Enriches Charming, European-Inspired Wine Cellar

An abundance of textures, intriguing colors and atmospheric lighting effects imbue this folkloric circa 1850 Bakshaish art rug with extraordinary presence, particularly in the context of an intimate wine cellar. The Persian village carpet's…
Persian Kashan antique rugs and contemporary art in modern Los Angeles California living room

19th Century Area Size Persian Rugs Transform Any Out of the Way Space Into A Special Destination

See our antique Hadji Jallili (Haji Jalili) Tabriz rugs now available. >>Click Here<<   For screen-size view, click on image   The elevator landing in this connoisseur's home has been turned into a uniquely inviting environment…

Area Size Antique Malayer Persian Rugs Enhance and Personalize An Elegant Bathroom

A master bath can be an intimate and private space where understated, creative rugs can be enjoyed time and again. Here, 19th-century Oriental Malayer rugs join the decor with their rare ivory grounds and sublime accents colors.  Also contributing…
Antique Shirvan Rug is Stunning on Wall

The Ascending Pattern of Antique Niche Rugs Makes Them Particularly Striking on the Wall

The Caucasian tribal groups and refined urban areas such as Hadji Jallili (Haji Jalili) Tabriz, Kashan and Laver Kirman created fascinating rugs with niche motifs at the top of their fields.  Here, a collector-caliber Caucasian Marasali Shirvan…

Superb 19th-Century Bakshaish Rug Provides Aesthetic Complexity and Depth In Entry to Connoisseur’s Wine Cellar

As with fine wine, part of the enjoyment of antique Persian rugs lies in discovering their unique attributes, allowing their nuances to emerge gradually as they are savored. This commonality was surely appreciated by this oenologist client,…

Striking 19th Century Caucasian Lesghi Rug Adds Dynamic Presence To Modern Dining Room

See our antique Caucasian rugs now available. >>Click Here<<  The incredibly potent natural dyes of a superb antique Lesghi tribal rug provide the perfect counterpoint to the minimalist design and modern cityscape that surround…

In A Comfortable Media Room, A Prized 19th-Century Bakshaish Camelhair Rug Becomes The Central Focus

Larger scale, allover Bakshaish rugs are the rug choice among connoisseurs for their unusually effective interaction with a room's larger furnishings and decor. Yet, their artistry is often just as successful- or even more so--when presented…
Laver Kirman Antique Rug in a Modern Master Bedroom

Ethereal Antique Laver Kirman Carpet Establishes a Restful, Contemplative Atmosphere In A Contemporary Master Bedroom

Photo © David Wakely Photography, Decor: Sherry Williamson Design, Inc
Laver kirman antique rugs in a contemporary family room

19th-Century Persian Laver Kirman Carpet Encourages Comfortable, Casual Atmosphere Within This Contemporary Home’s Inviting Family Room

Photo © David Wakely Photography, Decor: Sherry Williamson Design, Inc
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Antique Laver Kirman Carpet Provides A Central Aesthetic Foundation To Connect Kitchen, Dining And Outdoor Zones

Photo © David Wakely Photography, Decor: Sherry Williamson Design, Inc
Persian Laver Kirman Antique Rug in a Moden Living Room
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Surrounded By Sunlight And Natural Materials, A Virtuoso Antique Laver Kirman Transforms a Cozy Modern Sitting Area

Photo © David Wakely Photography, Decor: Sherry Williamson Design, Inc
Rare Laver Kirman Antique Rugs compliment a beautiful modern living room with industrial beams

Exceptional 19th century Laver Kirman Carpets Perfectly Harmonize and Enrich An Ambitious Modern Aesthetic

Photo © David Wakely Photography, Decor: Sherry Williamson Design, Inc
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Ethereal Area Size Laver Kirman Rug Provides Harmonious Accompaniment to Wood Paneled Modern Music Room

Photo © David Wakely Photography, Decor: Sherry Williamson Design, Inc
Persian Kashan antique rugs and contemporary art in modern Los Angeles California living room

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Collectible 19th-Century Caucasian Chi Chi and Turkish Bergama Rugs Transforms a Lovely Staircase into a Cultural Event

Here, mid-19th-century Chi Chi and Bergama small rugs turn this collectors’ staircase into an extraordinary passageway with immersive artistic experiences at each turn. These antique tribal rug gems, each possessing an exquisite natural palette…

Charming, Ivory Bordered Antique Persian Village Runners Transform This Family Kitchen

The appeal of this bright and inviting kitchen is gently reinforced by two 19th-century Oriental village rugs:  a camelhair Serab in the foreground and a delightful Kurdish piece behind it.  Collectors of art carpets cannot live without the…
Persian Kashan antique rugs and contemporary art in modern Los Angeles California living room

Grand Mediterranean Home

Persian Kashan antique rugs and contemporary art in modern Los Angeles California living room

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Persian Kashan antique rugs and contemporary art in modern Los Angeles California living room

Silicon Valley Family Home

An extensive cache of art-level antique rugs enhance every corner of this substantial residence.
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Claremont Rug Company Names Best-of-the-Best Antique Rugs Sold in 2015 With 5th Annual Online Gallery Exhibition

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Exceptional 19th-Century Laver Kirman Carpets Perfectly Harmonize and Enrich An Ambitious Modern Aesthetic

The inspired contributions of interior designer, architect and virtuoso antique Persian weaver are in perfect sync in this one-of-a-kind San Francisco Bay Leeds Certified contemporary home. In this open living and dining space, two extraordinary…
Oversized Doarsht Antique Persian Rug in a refined parlour room
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Extraordinary Oversize Dorasht Carpet Makes A Defining Statement In a Refined Entertaining Space

Grand dimensions, majestic scale of motifs, and the seldom-equaled grandeur of an elegant antique color palette against a clear ivory field allow this exceptional, virtually never produced large Dorasht to become the central foundation for this…
Traditional Philadelphia Entryway With Persian Laver Kirman Antique Rug
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Spectacular Laver Kirman Carpet In A Grand Foyer Makes A Memorable And Gracious First Impression

A virtuoso 19th century Persian Lavar Kirman rug serves as a welcoming introduction to this Southern couple's country home, the perfect expression of their sincere and enthusiastic hospitality.  The luxurious atmosphere of this gracious home…
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Majestic Camelhair Bijar Carpet Brings Luminosity And A Stately Ambiance To Personal Haven

The linear shape of this rare Persian Bijar camelhair room size carpet fits perfectly in front of the master bed in this high-ceilinged space. Adding visual dimensionality and nuance through a sophisticated interplay of colors and forms, the…
Persian Ivory Sultanabad Antique Rug in Contemporary Los Angeles California Dining room with Oriental Rug

Prized Ivory Ground Antique Sultanabad Carpet Brightens and Elevates An Eclectic Modern Dining Room

The intensely creative, stylized botanical patterning of a  19th century Persian Sultanabad carpet with a seldom-encountered ivory field unifies the colors, finishes and forms of the dining area of this inventive contemporary Southern California…
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Persian Rugs Orient One Expert to Life on the Road

An Antique Ivory Sultanabad Persian Rug in an inviting family room

Colorful Antique Ivory Sultanabad Becomes The Inviting Centerpiece of A Modern Family Room

An extraordinary allover Ivory Sultanabad carpet immediately establishes a casual, comfortable ambiance in this elegant modern home in the Los Angeles hills, drawing family members and guests into a harmonious atmosphere of quiet luxury.  The…
Antique Sultanabad rug in a music room

Virtuoso Antique Sultanabad Rug Performs Both Melody And Harmony In A Family Music Area

FEATURED IN OUR NEW BROCHURE,Vol. 29, No. 1. A talented family has combined their artistic pleasures into a harmonious medley in this Southern California office and music room. Here, the nuanced hues of an entirely one-of-a-kind 19th-century…
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Luxe Features Claremont Client’s Contemporary Home

Luminous Natural Camelhair of An Antique Serab Runner Transforms A Passageway Into A Destination

The compelling artistry of this 19th century Persian Camelhair Serab runner immediately captures the attention of both the homeowner and her guests, turning the passageway of this luxurious high-rise condominium into an inviting environment…
Persian Laver Kirman Antique rug in Los Angeles California Spanish Colonial Dining Room

Exquisite 19th-Century Laver Kirman Rug Achieves Ethereal Elegance In A Stately Spanish Colonial Home

An exceptional, early Persian Laver Kirman rug becomes the essential link in realizing the artful, nuanced vision for a casually elegant entertaining space of this Spanish colonial home. The homeowner, an accomplished collector of traditional…
Persian Sultanabad antique rug in Los Angeles California modern bedroom

Extremely Rare 150-year-old Sultanabad Carpet Introduces A Novel, Harmonious Dimension To Contemporary Design

The unusually spacious allover field design of this one-in-the-world, antique ivory Sultanabad carpet brings a powerful level of richness to this sleek modern bedroom of a cutting-edge contemporary Los Angeles home.  The mid-19th century carpet's beguiling,…
A Suite of 19th century Sultanabad Carpets in a craftsman home

19th-Century Allover Village Carpets Give Perfect Expression To The Natural Inspiration That Drives Early 20th-Century American Design

Three highly complementary late 19th-century Sultanabad carpets enhance the underlying "form follows function" theme in this newly built central California oceanside home.  Like the Frank Lloyd Wright-styled architecture and Craftsman hardwood…
Master Bedroom with a rare jade green sultanabad antique rug in urban condo

Rare Light-Toned Ground Sultanabad Carpet Sets the Scene for a Medley of Harmonious Artistic Performances In This Restful Master Bedroom

A high-collectible, 175-year-old allover Sultanabad carpet with an extremely rare leaf green toned ground and ethereal large-scale allover pattern creates the essential foundation for the quiet, contemplative atmosphere in this contemporary master…
View From The Bathroom Vanity Area of suite of laver kirman rugs

Three Antique Laver Kirman Rugs Unite Distinct Spaces in Bathroom

FEATURED IN OUR NEW BROCHURE, Vol. 29, No. 1. A Laver Kirman with a rich sky blue field was selected to visually unify the dressing room with the bathroom and closet area in this luxurious master retreat. The floral motif ties in well with the…

Exquisite Laver Kirman Antique Carpet in Distinguished Master Bedroom

This beautiful master retreat is designed around suite of two beautiful antique carpets from this connoisseur's extensive collection. A 150-year-old exceedingly fine Laver Kirman antique carpet with an extraordinarily luminous patina is the…
Breakfast area with Laver Kirman Rugs

Laver Kirman Persian Carpets in Airy Breakfast Nook

This sunny and inviting breakfast area benefits from two Laver Kirman Persian Carpets in rarely found sizes: a 7' x 7' carpet under the table and a 5' x 5' in front of the bar. The striking carpets help to distinguish space in the large, airy…
2 antique persian rugs add color to this kitchen

Antique Mishin Malayer and Tabriz Rugs in a Sun Filled Kitchen

This professional kitchen in the home of a rug connoisseur highlights a number of beautiful antique Persian rugs that add warmth and visual appeal to the room. Whereas the majority of the home is done with rare 19th century Laver Kirmans, the narrow…
Laver Kirman Antique Rug in a charming bedroom

19th-century Laver Kirman Garden Compartment Persian Rug Turns Bedroom into Garden Retreat

A beloved and highly sought after 19th-century Laver Kirman Garden Compartment Persian rug is on display in this charming bedroom. The soft neutral tones used in the bedroom allow the rich, jewel-like colors of the rug to shine, putting the…
ANtique Persian Rug adds glamour to spa bathroom

1875 Laver Kirman Rug Creates a Spa Oasis

A delightful, diminutive circa 1875 Laver Kirman rug is the focal point of this bathroom, where the bold, inviting burgundy and indigo tones of the rug perfectly accentuate the warmth of the elaborately carved wooden vanity. The shape of the…
Contemporary Bedroom with antique persian Laver Kirman Rug

Laver Kirman Garden Compartment Persian Rug graces a Contemporary Bedroom

This bedroom from a whole home project showcases how a traditional Laver Kirman Persian rug can fit in a more contemporary room. In this case, the clean, sleek lines of the furniture and linens are echoed by the compartments of the rare and…
Son's Bedroom, Sink Area with Laver Kirman Carpet

19th-Century Laver Kirman Carpet in Spa Bathroom

This beautifully finished bathroom showcases the diversity of antique Persian rugs, with a small 19th-century Laver Kirman carpet fitting perfectly into the space. The elaborate carvings on the vanity are echoed by the scrolling floral vines…
Tabriz Runner Bedroom Hallway & Gallery Of Family Photos

Antique Tabriz Runner Highlights Bedroom Hallway & Gallery Of Family Photos

In this gracious Malibu home, a one-in-the-world 2'2" x 29 antique Tabriz runner answers our client's need for a collectible-level, but very narrow runner to fill her 30-foot long hallway. Click Here to see our antique Tabriz rugs now avail…
Reading Chair In Media Room with antique Laver Kirman Persian Rug

Laver Kirman Rug Creates Inviting Reading Nook

In this gracious home, a stunning antique Laver Kirman rug with a rich, vibrant sapphire blue ground draws the eye to an inviting reading nook. The shimmering blue tones harmonize with the rest of the room and echoes the blue sky seen from…
arge scale "Tree of Life" Laver Kirman adds color and light to Media Room

“Tree of Life” Laver Kirman adds color and light to Media Room

A jubilant 150-year-old Laver Kirman with a single "Tree of Life" design filling the field creates a cheerful mood in this much-used media room. The rich colors and stunning patina of the antique Persian rug ties the colors of the room together…
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Great Room Main Seating Area with “Garden of Paradise” Laver Kirman Carpet

Setting the ambiance for our client's gracious home is a mid-19th century "Garden of Paradise" Laver Kirman carpet, whose wide subtle color palette greatly contributes to this room's elegance and sense of timelessness. Click Here to see our…
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Stunning Laver Kirman Rug in Entryway

The striking antique Laver Kirman rug in this welcoming entryway sets the stage for the rest of this gracious home and introduces our client's Whole Home Collection of 24 exquisite rugs and carpets. Click Here to see our antique Laver Kirman…
Bakshaish Antique Rug defines space in stunning Dining Room
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20ft-Long Persian Bakshaish Carpet Defines Dining Area in High Mountains Cabin

FEATURED IN OUR NEW BROCHURE, Vol. 29, No. 1. With its open floor plan, the living area, kitchen and dining area of this voluminous family compound in the Northern Rockies are effectively one massive space. Its owners strategically selected…
Turkish Bergama Prayer Carpet on Wall
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High-Collectible Turkish Bergama Prayer Rug Finds Perfect Expression In the Wall Hanging Context

Hanging on the wall is the ideal placement for this one-in-the-world early 19th-century rug. Suspended gracefully at eye level, its every individual nuance of design and natural color in this 200-year-old rug is displayed to greatest effect.…
Exceptional Caucasian Karachov Kazak Rugs in a sitting room
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Interplay Between Two Exceptional Caucasian Karachov Kazak Rugs Becomes the Unforgettable Focus of a Collector’s Sitting Room

Two rugs offering rare renditions of the famed Caucasian "Karachov Kazak" style are the essential foundation for this traditional sitting room, powerfully elevating the discourse of this luxurious and highly inviting conversation space. Spellbinding…
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The discovery of my passion for the colors and masterful beauty of one-of-a-kind 19th century Oriental rugs lured me to start working at Claremont Rug Company in my late 20s. Now more than three decades have passed and the intrigue of great…
Antique Sultanabad in a city view master bedroom

Ethereal Mid-19th-Century Sultanabad Perfectly Complements The Elemental Simplicity of a Modern Bedroom

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Persian Serapi Antique Rugs in traditional Alberta Livingroom
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Majestic Artistry of Grand 19th-Century Serapi Carpets Anchors A Lofty Great Room

The regal yet comfortable aesthetic of these two generously scaled antique Persian Serapi carpets forms the essential foundation for this expansive, high-ceilinged living and dining spaces of this contemporary, open-plan home.  The time-softened…
Persian Serapi Antique Rug in rustic dining area Chicago Illinois Lake House
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Sunny Pastel Colors of a 19th-Century Serapi Carpet Welcome Guests To A Lakeside Home

FEATURED IN OUR NEW BROCHURE,Vol. 29, No. 1. Soft, cheerful pastel tones of this superb Serapi village carpet create an instantly welcoming, casual atmosphere in the breakfast room of this sunny Great Lakes summer home.  Like the bright wooden…
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Grand Antique Ferahan Sarouk Provides The Foundation for A Library’s Contemplative, Genteel Atmosphere

The incredibly intricacy and effortless balance of this 140-year-old Ferahan Sarouk carpet provides the ideal note of refinement upon which this elegant Texas library is based.  Its warm, time-softened colors resonate to best effect in the…
Caucasian Shirvan Antique Rug in Contemorary Chicago Illinois Office

Clarity of Design Supports Clear Thought Throughout This Executive’s Home Office

The decor of this well-appointed home office shares an affinity for compartmented spaces, from the coffered ceiling, to the double hemispheres of the antique globe projection behind the desk.  This visual clarity and sense of organization is…
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Creating Suites of Exquisite Art-Level Rugs   Our art level carpets will greatly enrich the atmosphere of virtually any room in the fine home. Our forte is creating harmonious suites in which all of the carpets become a unified whole,…
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Viewing Rugs in Your Home Considering the tremendous impact that well-chosen antique Oriental rugs have on a room, many clients choose one of our two trouble-free methods of seeing rugs in situ before coming to a decision. See Rugs on Approval…
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Offering art-level antique carpets and first-cabin service Since we opened our doors in 1980, our niche has been a challenging, yet incredibly exciting one - offering only the finest in authentic, art-level antique carpets, coupled with…
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Tehran Antique Rug in Modern Los Angeles California Dining Room with Oriental Carpets

Persian Tehran Oversize Rug Brings A Unique Dimension Of Artistry And Texture To A Contemporary Home

FEATURED IN OUR NEW BROCHURE,Vol. 29, No. 1. This soft-hued, exquisitely refined antique Persian Tehran carpet makes a major contribution to the symphony of surfaces in this innovative contemporary space. Its light base and delicate, pinpoint…
Persian Bakshaish Antique Rug Decorates industrial New York Loft

Rare Persian Bakshaish Provides The Key Artistic Element To Anchor The Undivided Open Space of An Industrial Loft

The abundant artistic energy of this rare large Persian Bakshaish carpet perfectly resolves the challenge of the converted industrial loft. Its graphic presence provides a natural focal point in this high-ceilinged living room, while providing…

Antique Persian Manchester Kashan Rug Enhances the Understated Elegance of Living Room in the Traditional Southern Home

FEATURED IN OUR NEW BROCHURE,Vol. 29, No. 1. In this gracious Southern colonial interior, a circa 1910 Manchester Kashan rug using extraordinarily lustrous merino wool exerts a powerful magnetism to anchor the entire space. It draws the viewer's…
Artistic Living Room with Antique Persian Oriental Collectible Manchester Kashan Rug

Collectors Surround Themselves With Timeless Antique Oriental Carpets That Reflect the Artistry and Craftsmanship of Their Other Acquisitions of Passion.

Many of our clients who use art-level antique Persian rugs throughout their homes are serious collectors of many different mediums such as paintings, sculpture, classic cars, watches, and antiquities.  This client seamlessly marries his important collection…
Sultanabad antique rug paired with modern art in a sitting room

Antique Sultanabad Carpet, Modern Painting and Stylish Furniture Create an Upbeat Corner in a Beautifully Appointed Living Room

A superb oversize 19th century Persian Sultanabad carpet provides the core of a common aesthetic that unifies the rarefied blend of textures, form and color in this elegant living room. The glowing blues, rare greens and golds in this Oriental…
Mohtasham Kashan Persian Antique Rugs In Grand Traditional Miami Florida Music Room

A Quintet of Unique Area Size Antique Rugs Each Adds their Own Note to an Eclectic Music Room

FEATURED IN OUR NEW BROCHURE,Vol. 29, No. 1. The hallway niche surrounding this grand piano becomes an inviting, intimate destination within the home thanks to the addition of five 19th century Oriental art rugs. The juxtaposition of the two…
Malayer Antique Rug in a powder room
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Pinpoint Botanical Accents of Mid-19th Century Persian Mishin Malayer Mat Enhances Richness and Sophistication of Elegant Powder Room

Very small antique Persian rugs can have a tremendous impact on a powder room or other diminutive space. The artful effect of great antique Oriental rugs is magnified in small, enclosed areas. This is vividly seen in this virtuosic circa 1850 Mishin…
Persian Oriental Serapi Antique Rug in Contemporary Living Room
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A Rare 19th-Century Serapi Carpet Enhances the Unique Relationship Between Color and Natural Light in this Southern California Living Room

Streaming California sunlight washes over the exquisite soft turquoise and terracotta hues of this captivating antique Persian Serapi rug, mellowed by time and developing a patina that quietly glows and sparkles in the comfortable, illumined…
Kitchen with Antique Persian Area Size Bakshaish and Caucasian Collectible Rugs
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Area Size Antique Bakshaish and Caucasian Rugs Unify an Expansive Kitchen Through Shared Natural Color

The cherrywood cabinetry and streaming atrium sunlight of this spacious kitchen both find expression in the luminous naturally dyed palettes of these two diminutive, tribal Oriental carpets.  Warm terra cotta tones in the expressive borders…
An antique Bijar Persian rug pairs well with an antique desk
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The Expertly Crafted, Fascinating Design of This Outstanding 19th-Century Bijar (Bidjar) Resonates with the Beautifully Tooled Antique Desk

Clearly the work of master carpet crafts women at the height of their art, this 19th-century Oriental carpet accords well with the exquisite 18th-century ornamental desk and silver ink well in this regal home office. The incredibly nuanced…
A Bakhtiari antique rug is a focal point in this grand billards room

Grand Oversize Antique Persian Tribal Rug Amplifies the Breathtaking Splendor of this Two-Story Billiard Room

This image is from a whole home project in a massive lakeside family compound in the High Sierras. A massive room, especially one that is elegantly wood-paneled from floor to ceiling, necessitates a rich palette of colors to match the sumptuousness…
Traditional Philadelphia Entryway with Persian Bijar Kelege Antique rug
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This 19th-Century Kurdish Bijar (Bidjar) Corridor Carpet Presents the Perfect Dimensions and Ideal, Rhythmical Pattern Language for an Entry Hall

Just as with people, first impressions are centrally important in homes. The time-softened, rich tones animating the all-over pattern of this antique Persian Kurdish Bijar (Bidjar) corridor rug (a size format known as "kelege") provides an…
Collectible Persian Serapi Antique Rug in contemporary Miami, Florida Living Room
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The Captivating Medallion of a Geometric Antique Serapi Carpet Provides a Perfect Centerpiece to a Contemporary Living Room

The joyful, yet elegant expression of this 19th century Persian Serapi carpet’s eight-petal medallion brings a deeply human interest that immediately draws the eye, especially when surrounded with the custom natural wood coffee table and…
Entrance with Serab Camelhair Persian Rug
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The Elegantly Proportioned Artistry And Warm Camelhair Tones of Antique Persian Serab Carpets Add a Joyful Central Focus to This Grand Foyer

This image is from a whole home project in a massive lakeside family compound in the High Sierras. Very few carpets are equal to the grandeur of the most opulent and ambitious Beaux Arts-inspired interiors.  This very rare room-size antique…
Persian Serapi antique rug in Washington D.C. historic colonial home
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Sitting Room in a Registered Historical Landmark is Embellished with an Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, the Style Most Often Seen in Colonial Homes

This lovingly preserved 18th-century space becomes a delightful world of its own when combined with the handcrafted heritage of an early Persian Oriental folk art carpet.  The Serapi rug's time-softened terracotta red ground instantly harmonizes…
An antique Bakhtiari tribal rug is the focal point of this stunning game room
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A Convivial Atmosphere Created by the Colorful Persian Bakhtiari Carpet Fills This Game Room, Including Its Inimitably Crafted Bar

This image is from a whole home project in a massive lakeside family compound in the High Sierras. This stunning 19th century Bakhtiari carpet’s rich saffron, cobalt blue, coral and green hues create an ambiance, supporting energetic, lively…
ntique Camelhair rug in grand entryway
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Rare 19th-Century Persian Serab Camelhair Carpet Perfectly Matches The Preexisting Carpeting and Decor of This Grand Entry

This image is from a whole home project in a massive lakeside family compound in the High Sierras. The right antique art carpet is surprisingly easy to integrate into a pre-existing decorative scheme.  Here, the delicate latticework and soft…
Traditional Dallas Living Room with Floral Laver Kirman Antique Rug
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The Splendor of 19th-Century Persian Carpets Eminently Unifies the Architecture and Furnishings of a Traditional Environment

Our clients with traditional or historical homes are drawn to 19th-century Oriental carpets for their awe-inspiring craftsmanship, emphasis on beauty and timeless grace. Many wish to emulate the preference for refined floor coverings that their…
Persian Sultanabad Antique Rug in Traditional Miami Florida Condo Dining room
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A Mid-19th Century Persian Bakshaish Rug Animates the Clean Contemporary Lines of This Florida Waterfront Condominium

The modern elegance of this seasonal Florida residence is brilliantly counterbalanced by the abundant spontaneous detail and warm, softened brick red and camel colors of these highly spirited village Persian carpet. Including an antique Serapi…
Ferahan Rug Introduces Room SIze Carpet in Next Room
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A Nearly Two Centuries-old Ivory Ground Feraghan Rug Makes a Striking Introduction to the Rare Room Size Carpet Beyond It.

Clients often enjoy moving free standing small rugs like this to different places in the house or even to their other residences, thereby increasing their enjoyment of their art carpets’ many fine attributes. This eminent collector has honed…
A Persian Kashan antique rug in a peaceful bedroom
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An Early Mohtasham Kashan Brings Timeless Art to a Contemporary Guest Bedroom

One way our clients have found to enjoy one-of-a-kind antique carpets in a bedroom is to use 1-3 of them in lieu of a large Persian rug.  Known for their luxurious wool quality and delicate drawing and colors, an exquisite Mohtasham Kashan…
Persian Serapi Antique Rug in a modern asian inspired dining area
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Modern Architecture Provides Gallery-like Walls and Great Expanses of Floor for Displays of Art.

As well as adding rich, mature color and fascinating artistry, antique Persian art carpets contribute important elements of warmth and refinement to the cutting edge modern decor. They also effectively define space in open floor plans.  Both…
Antique rug Persian Mohtasham Kashan in San Francisco Living Room
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Living Room in Collector’s Pied-a-Terre Offers Grand Views of Rare Persian Carpet and the San Francisco Skyline

Fine contemporary furniture with its elegant, clean lines and delicate legs offers striking views of the art on the floor. From the most renowned of the court-inspired weaving styles, this 170-year-old Persian Mohtasham Kashan carpet provides…
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A Showpiece Mid-19th Century Sultanabad Persian Carpet Provides a Stirring Counterpoint to the Elegant Lines of a Contemporary Dining Room

When invigorated by shimmering sunlight, the stunning color palette and stylized allover floral designs of the best antique Oriental Sultanabad village carpets impart a special energy to a room that makes it a magnetic focus -- both of the decor…
Bedroom with antique persian Tabriz rugs
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The Subdued Artistry of Two Complementary Persian Tabriz Rugs Provides an Understated Accent to a Tranquil Bedroom Décor

This image is from a whole home project in a massive lakeside family compound in the High Sierras. The restful low contrast aesthetic of antique Persian Tabriz rugs woven in the style of the famed Hadji Jalili workshop make them the perfect…
Bakhtiari and Heriz antique rugs are displayed in a game room
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Antique Persian Bakhtiari Carpet and Heriz Rug Contribute a Bold, Masculine Quality to This Distinguished Game Room

This image is from a whole home project in a massive lakeside family compound in the High Sierras. A second style of geometric Persian rug from Heriz that enhances the sitting area pairs well with the bold and colorful antique Bakhtiari carpet…
Lake Tahoe Mansion with Spectacular Bidjar Rug
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Striking 19th-Century Bijar (Bidjar) Persian Rug With Majestic Center Medallion Provides the Ideal Decorative Solution For Expansive Passageway In Traditional Home

This image is from a whole home project in a massive lakeside family compound in the High Sierras. Only particular Oriental carpets have sufficient character to ground a voluminous space and unify the panoply of color, textural treatments, and…
Suite of Antique Persian Rugs in an elegant great room
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Wonderfully Compatible Art-level Antique Persian Rugs Naturally Unify This Majestic Room and Complete the Sense of Grandeur

FEATURED IN OUR NEW BROCHURE,Vol. 29, No. 1. This image is from a whole home project in a massive lakeside family compound in the High Sierras. Here, each of the two 9×12 Feraghan Sarouk rugs and and a 11×18 antique Persian Veramin carpets…
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Suite of Four Exquisite Antique Persian Rugs Work in Concert To Create Symphonic Effect In Grand European-Inspired Interior

This image is from a whole home project in a massive lakeside family compound in the High Sierras. Rather than pursuing a single palace-size Persian carpet, the homeowners decided to employ a harmonious series of room size and oversize antique…
Agra Antique Rug in Grand traditional Los Angeles California Sitting room persian Rugs
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The Spaciousness and Ethereal Light Tones of an Oversize Mid-19th-Century Indian Amritsar Rug Infuse Delicacy Into a Grand Sunroom

19th-century Indian Amritsar and Agra carpets have a unique ability to convey an understated nuance even in very large rugs.  The soft gold and mulberry filigree of this exquisite oversize circa 1850 Indian Amritsar rugs fills this Neoclassical…
Antique Persian Tabriz rug in a modern lobby
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Modern Architecture and Contemporary Art Seamlessly Integrate with an Antique Persian Hadji Jallili (Haji Jalili) Tabriz Rug

An eclectic mix spanning three centuries, the great architecture, wall and floor art, and elegantly stylish furniture in the lobby of this professional office combine to create a memorable space.  Warming and unifying the refined seating…
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Two Connoisseur Level Antique Persian Carpets Provide an Impressive Ground to the Stunning Vaulted Ceilings of this Big Sky Lodge’s Living Room

FEATURED IN OUR NEW BROCHURE, Vol. 29, No. 1. Adorning this glorious space with superlative rugs was of great importance to our clients and they chose two extraordinary and compatible pieces to aptly complete this inspiring room. The delightful…
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Tribal   Antique tribal rugs were woven using geometric patterns with a looser weave and generally only in small formats. The patterns had been handed down for countless generations in an oral tradition until the very early 20th century.…
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"Maintenance" may seem like a word better suited to vintage automobiles, but fine antique Oriental rugs—like all objet d'arts—benefit enormously from proper custodial care. Connoisseurs understand the importance of protecting their investments,…
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An antique Persian rug or carpet, as with any valuable art object, needs periodic care to assure lasting beauty and value. By taking a few simple precautions, your older carpet, whether it's a 70-year-old vintage rug or an antique carpet…
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Art Connoisseurs Strategically Utilize Both Floors and Walls to Display Antique Rug Collection.

It is not unusual for antique rug connoisseurs to find every opportunity to display their woven treasures.  These carpet collectors in the Western states are among the many who adorn both floors and walls. Note each 19th century tribal rug…
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Summary of Antique Mahajiran Sarouk Rugs

Located in West Central Persia, Sarouk was a weaving region renowned in the 19th century for its high quality, artistically distinctive carpets. The best Sarouk carpets of this period are termed “Ferahan (or “Faraghan”) Sarouks” and…
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Antique Palace Size Rugs

Among the most prized antique Oriental carpets in the Claremont Rug Company inventory are those in expansive palace sizes. Defined as rugs in sizes between 11 x 21 to 19 x 30 feet, our 19th century and early 20th century palace size…
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Summary of Antique Hadji Jallili (Haji Jalili) Tabriz Rugs

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ountain Cabin Featuring a Rich Antique Sultanabad Persian Rug in Rustic Great room
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Palace Size Antique Sultanabad Rug Brings Together Multiple Seating Areas in Mountain Cabin

Featured in our Brochure, Vol. 28, No. 2. A palace-size antique carpet effectively unifies a large room with a tall ceiling. This can be aptly seen in this 17x24 19th century Sultanabad rug in the living room of a cabin near the edge of Grand…
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Summary of Antique Bakshaish Rugs

19th-century Bakshaish Persian carpets are a hallmark of our collection, widely sought after for their deeply inspired artistry and tribal design aesthetic. The finest antique Oriental Bakshaish (also spelled Bakhshayesh or Bakshish) offer…
Oversized 19th Century Persian Carpet Inspires Living Room Colors
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Soft Warm Colors in a 150 Year Old Persian Oversize Carpet Inspires Palette of Colors for Gracious Living Room

The extremely inviting ambiance of this formal living room stems from the agile use of several soft greens and golds in the exquisite, understated fabrics to play off the persimmons of the oversize 19th century Sultanabad carpet and the teal…
Los Angels California Spanish Home with modern sculpture and Persian Isfahan antique rug in entryway
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80-Year-Old Persian Carpet and Modern Ceramic Sculpture Greet Guests Under the Grand Architecture of this Traditional Home

The organic, rough hewn ceramic sculpture by Peter Voulkos is displayed in the entryway on top of its artistic opposite, a finely woven Persian Isfahan floral carpet.  Together they set the stage for the engaging experience of interacting with…
Vintage Kashan Rug Echoes Modern Art in Living Room
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Stunningly Crafted Vintage Persian Kashan Carpet Supports the Creativity Celebrated in This View of Art Collectors’ Living Room

Conversation and activity groupings are created with the use of a series of vintage Persian carpets of different styles.  A small room size Kashan rug holds the seating area under the silkscreen by American photorealist Chuck Close echoing…
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Early 20th-Century Persian Floral Carpets Add Artistic Juxtaposition in Contemporary Art Collectors’ Living Room

A well-choreographed room combining numerous mediums of modern art with playful, stylish furnishings is anchored by the deep colors and myriad details of three fine vintage Persian city carpets. Click Here to see our antique Persian rugs now…
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Summary of Antique Ferahan & Ferahan Sarouk Rugs

Designed for a regional aristocratic clientele, the Ferahan region of West Central Persia developed a distinctive rug weaving tradition in the 19th century that blended geometric influences from the surrounding tribes and villages with more…