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Nomad Rugs
April 25, 2019MIGRATION These rugs were hand-woven by Nomadic Tribal women who migrated with their families, camels, dogs, goats and herds of sheep through the mountains and valleys of what was once called Persia. These rugs are not only beautiful but a historic representation of a culture that is disappearing today. Many routes taken are still used... Read More
What Is A Gabbeh Rug?
April 17, 2019What is a Gabbeh rug? Gabbeh rugs are hand-made by nomadic tribes in southern Iran. They are always woven from wool harvested from their very own sheep. The literal translation of Gabbeh is "in the rough" which refers to the way in which the rug is woven and trimmed. Most of the rugs are woven... Read More
Help! What can I use for stain removal on my rug?
July 23, 2018Stain Removal for Oriental Rugs Uh-Oh! Your rug has suffered the inevitable; a spilled beverage, pet waste, foot traffic, or worse and appears to be stained. Not to worry. With prompt care you will likely bring your Oriental Rug back to its original state. The stain removal process is simple with basic care. Professional cleaners…
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About Persian Gabbeh Rugs
January 13, 2017Featured Antique Persian Rugs Antique Gabbeh Rug (17-064) $1,595.00 Persian Gabbeh Carpet (5343) $1,195.00 Persian Rug #18-087 $2,795.00 Vintage Zangan Persian Rug #4297 4’4″ X 6’9″ $1,095.00 LORI RUG Gabbeh rugs are made by the nomadic Qashqai tribes of southern Iran. They are rough cut and long piled rugs of rich color and best... Read More
About Persian Kazak Rugs
January 13, 2017See our Kazak rugs. The Kazak or Qazax (Kazakh, Kasak, Gazakh) style Persian Rug originated and are still made in and around the city of Qazax in the country of Azerbaijan which is bordered by Iran on its Southern side. This is the area of the Caucasus Mountains (located close to the Black Sea). This... Read More
About Persian Chobi Rugs
January 13, 2017Chobi style Persian rugs are hand crafted in Afghanistan in the regions nearest the border with Pakistan. They, like Gabbeh style Persian rugs are hand-knotted and made to last for generations and beyond. Unlike tribal Gabbeh rugs, which are made by nomads on impermanent ground looms, Chobi style carpets are constructed in towns and villages... Read More