Persian and Oriental rugs will last forever - if you care for them properly. Take advantage of your spring cleaning energy and do these six things.
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The living room the main room in the house used to entertain guests and/or as a general gathering area for the household members. While it is true that this area should have some standard elements in all households, such as a sofa or a coffee table, a rug is never an obvious part of the required items inside the room, although it should be.
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Oushak rugs were historically known as “Anatolian rugs,” which means “land of the rising sun.” In the present day, we call these rugs “Oushak,” which references a major city in Western Anatolia, known for having been a major center of rug production during the Ottoman Empire.
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Forward we have arrived, Kashmar City! Capital of the Kashmar county in Razavi Khorasan Province. This beautiful place used to be known by the name Torshiz city until two centuries ago and nowadays it is internationally recognized for importing the best quality Kashmar Persian Rugs.
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Nain rugs are considered to be some of the highest-quality rugs available today. Nain is relatively new to the carpet-weaving industry … meaning Nain rugs have been on the market for only about 100 years or so. However, the rugs quickly gained popularity for their high-quality materials and craftsmanship.
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Onwards we go to Isfahan City, one of the third largest places in Iran, next to Tehran and Mashad, and also the best trading route, located between major cities.
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So What’s So Special About Turkoman Style Carpets? Well, they are a hand-woven, floor-covering textile, produced by nomadic tribes from Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, and Afghanistan. They use only raw and natural materials.
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Vintage rugs are a super stylish addition to any room but styling it in a way that brings the room together can feel like a daunting task. Luckily, several designers have mastered the art of vintage rugs and are sharing their ideas with the world.
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You may know Shiraz as a type of delicious wine, but did you know that it was named for the part of the world that it comes from? The Shiraz region of Persia, now known as Iran, is known widely for its beautiful wines, but it offers a lot more than just a tasty beverage.
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Since the 17th century - that’s the Safavid dynasty, by the way, the great rulers would retreat to Kashan for the holidays. Around that same time, Kashan became renowned for its rugs. In fact, carpet-making is still a popular profession among the people of Kashan today.
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Handmade Oriental area rugs feature various symbols, patterns, and colors which make them endearing works of art. Looking at the exquisite oriental rugs makes you feel delighted. But what you may not know is that these symbols, patterns, and colors on the rugs have got some specific meaning.
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