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Art-Level Antique Rugs & How To Recognize Them
by Jan David Winitz
President and Founder, Claremont Rug Company
Part 1
A wide range of Oriental carpets can bring us pleasure and pride of ownership as they grace our homes. Yet, only very few are also strong long-term investments…

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Copy of Antique Rugs in the City Tradition
Of the four main categories of antique Persian rugs, city rugs are the most refined. These graceful antique rugs were woven in the workshops of master rug designers. The exquisite curvilinear and botanical designs of these antique carpets…

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Discover the Folkloric Whimsy & Artistic Depth of Caucasian Kazak Rugs
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The Tasteful Effect of Top-Level Oriental Rugs Enhances the Dining Experience – New!
Mid-19th Century Sultanabad Persian Carpet Provides a Stirring Counterpoint to a Contemporary Dining Room.
OAKLAND, CA.- The pleasure and individual character that art-caliber 19th century antique Persian rugs bring to a home is no more apparent…

Presenting Our 10th Annual Major Carpet Retrospective
presenting Our 10th Annual Major Carpet Retrospective
50 Best-of-Their-Type Rugs Sold in 2020
Persian Bakshaish “Lion Rug”, 5’ 11” x 5’ 10”, circa 1800
Last year, we were privileged to place an absolutely breathtaking array of…



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Video – The History & Design of Antique Persian Camelhair Rugs
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Video – The History & Design of Antique Indian Agra and Amritsar Rugs
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Video – The History & Design of Antique Persian Serapi Carpets
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Video – The History & Design of Antique Persian Laver Kirman Carpets
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Video – Antique Caucasian Rugs: Colors & Design
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Video – The History & Design of Antique Persian Ferahan & Ferahan Sarouk Carpets
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Milieu and Artistry of Antique Caucasian Rugs Video Landing Page
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Invigorating Color of 19th-Century Bakshaish Tree of Life Masterfully Enriches Extended Entertaining Spaces
Illuminated by the extraordinary color in which this carpet excels, a spectacular antique Bakshaish becomes the animating energy at the heart of this quietly elegant entertaining space. The cool, extremely light-toned ground—so uncommon and…

World Class 19th-Century Ferahan Sarouk Rugs Contribute Individual Nuances To Curated Collection of Art and Antique Carpets
Building a home collection of high level rugs brings a variety of significant benefits: daily pleasure, connoisseurship and art investment, as well as diversification into precious tangible assets. Such is certainly the case with this longtime…

Antique Serapi Carpet Creates The Timeless, Harmonious Foundation For This Well Appointed Contemporary Décor
Amidst the white walls, light hardwoods and clean lines of this Chicago residence sits this elemental room size 19th century Serapi carpet transforming the space from contemporary to timeless. Its engaging medallion and overscale field ornaments,…

The Spirited Color and Harmonious Design Of A 1910 Heriz Carpet Creates A Profoundly Magnetic Centerpiece As Artistry, Craft And Architecture Combine
Viewed from the loft above this high-ceiling great room or at eye level, this outstanding early 20th century Heriz village carpet provides an aesthetic experience both exciting and unifying. Continually varied tones of indigo, sapphire blue,…

Outstanding Art And Investment Value, A Suite of Early Caucasians Brings A Comfortable, Contemplative Atmosphere In Century-Old Cottage
Brought to life by streaming sunlight from the skillfully landscaped garden outside, a sensitively selected trio of early 19th century Caucasian rugs elevates this well-curated cottage into a refuge of quietly nourishing aesthetic experience.…

Astonishing Creativity And Harmonious Artistry of Superb Area Size Caucasian Rugs Profoundly Enriches Casual Cottage Interior
The sunny, open floorplan of a rug-collecting couple’s cozy historic home allows them to transition from one distinctly different art rug to another for never ending enjoyment. This TV side of their Great Room provides an inviting, cheerful…

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History of the Potomac Collection of Antique Art Carpets
BACKGROUND
We owe a young woman with the dream of a start-up for our acquisition of the monumental Potomac Collection. This 130-rug treasury was passionately assembled over three generations and furnished various homes along…

Potomac Collection Of Antique Art Carpets
An extensive treasury assembled by an impassioned family over three generations that graced various homes along the historic Potomac River, in Manhattan and a summer residence in Charleston, SC.
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Interactive Spring/Summer 2019 Catalog, Volume 31. Number 1
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Filled with spontaneity and potent natural hues, antique 19th century Caucasian Shirvan and Talish rugs impart entirely singular expressive character to the modern home
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Placed on floor and wall, a very well chosen suite of superb 19th century tribal rugs become an immersive artistic experience that completely transforms the ambiance…

Filled with spontaneity and potent natural hues, antique 19th century Caucasian Shirvan and Talish rugs impart entirely singular expressive character to the modern home
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Placed on floor and wall, a very well chosen suite of superb 19th century tribal rugs become an immersive artistic experience that completely transforms the ambiance…

View Our New Spring/Summer 2019 Print Brochure Online
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Fine Antique Rugs and The Evolution of a Collection- Part 2
Fine Antique Rugs and The Evolution of a Collection- Part 2
by Jan David Winitz, President and Founder of Claremont Rug Company
Volume 7, Issue 4
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Fall 2018 Catalog, Volume 30. Number 2
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Contemporary Residences are the Perfect Palette for Antique Persian Rugs
Like the evocative landscape painting, but on a more immersive scale, a rare ivory field 19th century Persian Sultanabad, carpet adds the element of art to this modernized British living room with its striking custom designed furniture.
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The Oriental Rug Market Viewed as a Pyramid
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Mediterranean Inspired Home
Connoisseur-caliber antique Persian and tribal rugs tastefully grace the floors, walls and furniture.

Downtown San Francisco Condo
A collector’s stunning assemblage of extremely rate antique Persian and Caucasian Rugs.

LEED Platinum Certified Whole Home Collection
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A contemporary, LEED Platinum Certified Home showcases a collection of floral patterned Laver Kirman carpets. The natural building materials and beautiful Persian rugs create a “complex…

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Developing Lifelong Relationships With Clients
My business as the founder/president of a global art gallery devoted entirely to rugs woven during the “Golden Age of Persian Weaving” (ca. 1800 to ca. 1910), has allowed me to work with some of the world’s wealthiest people (more than…

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

Antique Laver Kirman Carpet Provides A Central Aesthetic Foundation To Connect Kitchen, Dining And Outdoor Zones
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Surrounded By Sunlight And Natural Materials, A Virtuoso Antique Laver Kirman Transforms a Cozy Modern Sitting Area
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Ethereal Area Size Laver Kirman Rug Provides Harmonious Accompaniment to Wood Paneled Modern Music Room
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Silicon Valley Family Home
An extensive cache of art-level antique rugs enhance every corner of this substantial residence.

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…

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…

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…

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…

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.
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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.
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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…

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.…

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…

Purchasing Antique Rugs
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Claremont 2 Vision Statement from Robin Somerville
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…

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

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…

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…


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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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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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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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Categories of Antique Rugs & Carpets
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.…

Caring for Antique Carpets
"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,…

Antique Rug and Carpet Care Guide
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…

Antique Oriental Rug Care
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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…

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…


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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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.
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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…

Interplay Between Persian Manchester Kashan Rug and Lichtenstein Painting Demonstrates the Profound Impact of Featuring Antique Oriental Rugs and Modern Art
The interplay between traditional Persian carpets and modern art can create a deeply memorable eclectic environment. Here, the exquisite flowing patterns and warm, muted hues of an oversize Persian Manchester Kashan carpet create the perfect…

19th-Century Antique Persian Sultanabad Provides Stunning First Impression to Circa 1911 Mansion
This glorious 1860’s Sultanabad Persian rug creates a tremendously welcoming ambiance for residents and their guests each time they walk through the lovely wrought iron doorway. The foyer’s mantle and wainscoting echo the carpet’s ivory…

Art-level 19th-Century Oversize Serapi Carpet Perfectly Completes Wood-paneled Dining Room
Our clients selected this spectacular 12×18 Persian Serapi carpet from the 1860s to complement the fine woodwork and English period furniture of their formal dining room. Its rich palette of colors adds quiet splendor and its finely articulated…

Prized Ivory Sultanabad Antique Carpet Bestows Added Grandeur to Entry Hall
These clients chose a prized 150-year-old ivory field Sultanabad antique carpet to complete their entry hall. It's magical colors and designs can be enjoyed from the front door, coming down the stairway and from both the living room and dining…

Oversize Antique Persian Sultanabad Carpet Enhances Intimacy of Eclectic Living Room
The wonderfully aged, yet spirited tonalities of this oversize 19th century Persian Sultanabad carpet add a richness and depth to this thoughtfully and eclectically furnished living room, perennially enhancing its warmth and intimacy. Published…

Striking Antique Serapi in Music Room
The splendor of this 120-year-old Persian room size rug undoubtedly adds to the enjoyment of music played in this distinctive setting while aiding the fidelity of the sound.
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Clients’ Whole Home Collections
Clients' Whole Home Collections
View seven diverse client Whole Home Collections that showcase how antique art rugs can be incorporated into homes of any architectural style,
from a sleek downtown high-rise condo to a stately traditional estate.
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