Persian rugs are a true representation of the ancient persian culture and art.
What is an antique persian rug.
The antique persian rugs are from iran and most of the times you will find imitation of these rugs from countries such as china turkey pakistan and india.
Owning a persian carpet is like owning a valuable piece of history.
The art of persian carpet making flourished during the safavid dynasty 1499 to 1722 ce when the persian empire comprised present day iran turkey and parts of africa.
Genuine carpets from iran formerly known as persia are treasured by collectors world.
However keep in mind.
How to tell if a persian rug is valuable.
An antique rug is.
Your antique persian rug is more than 80 years old how old a piece has to be to be considered an antique rug and beautifully done with a gorgeous design and brilliant colors.
It cannot bear the persian name.
Some of the tribes that produce these distinct carpets and rugs include the mahal qashqai and khamseh and the afshari.