Are rugs from Iran valuable?
Perhaps the most important factor is the country of origin. Rugs from Iran are the most valuable. “If you have two rugs the same, the one from Iran will be more,” says Bahman Rais Dana. The art of rug making began in Persia more than 3,500 years ago, and the government maintains strict controls on quality.
What is a Persian Tabriz rug?
A Tabriz rug/carpet is a type in the general category of Persian carpets from the city of Tabriz, the capital city of East Azarbaijan Province in north west of Iran. It is one of the oldest rug weaving centers and makes a huge diversity of types of carpets.
What are Tabriz rugs made of?
Quality Tabriz carpets are mostly of short pile of good wool. Their pattern is dominated by a medallion in the middle, whose surroundings are decorated with floral garden motifs.
Why are Iranian carpets so expensive?
The finest of these carpets can take months, and even years to be made. Finer yarns like silk and cotton yields light-weight and intricate designs and takes much longer to weave compared to wool yarns. Hence, the prices of the rugs made from finer yarns are higher than the ones made completely of wool.
How do I know if my carpet is Tabriz?
Here are few general points that identify Tabriz Persian Rugs
- 1.Tabriz rugs usually have short trimmed piles, so they generally have a lighter feel than other Hand Knotted Persian Rugs.
- They have an extraordinary precision and regularity of the weave.
Where do Tabriz rugs come from?
The namesake of the Tabriz is adopted from its place of origin: Tabriz, Iran. A fine selection among the Persian carpet brand, the Tabriz has been a consistently popular and high quality item on the market.
How do you clean a Tabriz rug?
How Do You Hand Wash A Persian Rug?
- Mix together water with a small amount of mild detergent.
- Using a clean sponge dipped in the water detergent mixture, scrub the rug.
- Clean your sponge frequently.
- Once you’ve scrubbed the entire rug, go over the rug again with clean water.
