Antique Sultanabad rugs The city of Sultanabad (which is now known as Arak) was founded, in the early 1800s, as a center for commercial rug production in Iran. During the late 19th century, the firm of Hotz and Son and Ziegler and Co. established a manufactory in Arak/Sultanabad whose sole objective was to produce rugs to meet the western demands. They even brought over western designers to conform to the western tastes of the time. This was the first instance of a hands-on western influence in the industry (which until this point was sheltered from western insights).
A Timeless Masterpiece: The Exquisite 30-Year-Old Nepal Carpet.
In the world of fine rugs, few treasures can match the enduring beauty and artistry of a Nepal carpet. This magnificent piece, measuring an impressive 22 feet in length and 14 feet, 9 inches in width, stands as a testament to the rich traditions of Himalayan craftsmanship. With three decades of history woven into its fibers, this rug represents not just an exquisite floor covering but a work of art that has gracefully stood the test of time.
Crafted from the finest natural fibers, your Nepal carpet is a testament to quality.
Step into a world of rare elegance with our exquisite Art Deco Rug, a true marvel from the 1950s that carries the allure of a bygone era. Crafted with precision in China, this rug is a testament to the impeccable craftsmanship of its time. Remarkably preserved in excellent condition, it boasts a color palette that is both unusual and breathtakingly beautiful - a serene light green background and light gold, pink border complemented by a regal multi color floral pattern.
The rug's design is a masterpiece in itself, featuring traditional Aubusson floral design and central medallion.
Fine Persian Tabriz Mahi Carpet, Fifty rage Quality.
Typical of the Mahi carpet is their use of the distinctive symmetric Turkish knot and fine Kurk wool with silk accents. The Tabriz Mahi likewise possesses a high knot per square inch count (KPSI) increasing their quality by bounds. The standard Persian Mahi rug from Tabriz is at a rate of 80 knots per square inch.
Step into the allure of history with this magnificent over-sized antique Persian Malayer carpet, measuring an impressive 11'6" x 19'4". Transporting us back to the late nineteenth century, this rug not only bears the marks of time, evident in its gentle wear, but it also stands as a testament to the enduring quality of Persian craftsmanship.
The regal blue background serves as a captivating canvas for the overall geometric designs that adorn this masterpiece. The rug's condition, while reflective of its age, only adds to its charm and authenticity.
This wonderful Art Deco carpet was made in China, circa 1910s or 1920s. Walter Nichols was great American rug producer (the Art Deco rugs which he did not originate them) in Tientsin. The rugs made of wool and silk with bold vibrant colors and the pattern are pictorial scenes and trees, birds, clouds, mountains, dragons, butterfly and flowers. The production of Art Deco rugs started from 1910s-1950s and mostly with western influence, circa 1930 in excellent condition.
Large size antique Persian Serapi rug, Persia, circa late 19th century. This remarkable and artistic antique rug, showcases an ornate, multicolored central design. At the heart of the antique Persian Heriz Serapi rug, a many-petaled flower is surrounded by a twelve-pointed stellar shape in light and dark blue. Angular stylized flowers stud the navy form and are echoed across the red medallion that encases it. Four ornaments decorate the corners of the medallion, and floral adornments nestle within each tip. A white field, brimming with botanical decorations, extends the medallion’s shape.
Kirman was a very important antique rug weaving centre dating from the Golden Age of Persian culture under the Safavid dynasty in the 16th century, on a par with Tabriz and Kashan in esteem. The color palette of Laver Kirman antique Persian rugs is unusually soft and delicate with a European grace. The weavers had access to the prized and extremely expensive cochineal dye which yielded the rich Renaissance blue-reds found in antique Kirman carpets, rather than the rust red found in other antique Persian rugs.
