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Persian Bijar Rugs: History, Designs & the Iron Rugs of Persia

Rug Types

August 24, 2026

Persian Bijar Rugs: History, Designs & the Iron Rugs of Persia

Bijar rugs are Persian carpets from Kurdistan Province in western Iran. Dense construction, rich color, Herati and medallion designs, and the famous “Iron Rugs of Persia” nickname explained for shoppers.

Persian Heriz Rugs: History, Designs, Karajeh & Serapi Explained

Rug Types

August 19, 2026

Persian Heriz Rugs: History, Designs, Karajeh & Serapi Explained

Heriz rugs are northwest Persian village carpets with bold geometric medallions, rich color, and a sturdy wool pile. Here is how they relate to Karajeh, Serapi, and the wider Heriz district.

Agra Rugs: History, Design & Heritage of Indian Agra Carpets

Rug Types

August 12, 2026

Agra Rugs: History, Design & Heritage of Indian Agra Carpets

Hand-knotted Indian Agra rugs grew out of Mughal court weaving. Here is how the tradition developed, what antique Agra carpets look like, and why they still work in a home today.

Bakhtiari Rugs: History, Designs & Heritage of Persian Bakhtiari Carpets

Rug Types

August 12, 2026

Bakhtiari Rugs: History, Designs & Heritage of Persian Bakhtiari Carpets

Persian Bakhtiari rugs come from western Iran, where tribal and village weaving meet. Garden panels, medallions, strong color, and wool built for rooms that get used.

Oushak Rugs: History, Designs & Antique vs. Modern Turkish Oushaks

Rug Types

August 12, 2026

Oushak Rugs: History, Designs & Antique vs. Modern Turkish Oushaks

Historic Turkish Oushaks from Uşak can be rich reds and blues. The pale cream rugs people know from magazines are a later look. Both share the same large-scale drawing.

How to Buy a Handmade Oriental Rug: From Measuring Your Space to Home Trial

Care & Cleaning

July 27, 2026

How to Buy a Handmade Oriental Rug: From Measuring Your Space to Home Trial

A step-by-step guide to buying a handmade oriental rug: measure your room, gather fabric swatches, refine your style, shop online or in our Atlanta showroom, try the rug at home, then install it with a pad.