Lake Tahoe Mansion with Spectacular Bidjar Rug
Lake Tahoe Mansion with Spectacular Bidjar Rug
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Lake Tahoe Mansion with Spectacular Bidjar Rug
Lake Tahoe Mansion with Spectacular Bidjar Rug
Lake Tahoe Mansion with Spectacular Bidjar Rug

Jan David Winitz, President & Founder

Jan David Winitz is president/founder of Claremont Rug Company, an art dealer specializing in the top-tiers of antique Oriental rugs from 1800-1890. In the collecting world, he is acknowledged as having elevated the perception of the finest…
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Persian Rugs Enhance Living Room

Intricately crafted 19th-Century allover pattern carpets provide luxurious enrichment to grand signature spaces

Enhanced by the inherent balance and refined understatement of an allover Ferahan carpet centerpiece, this expansive great hall of a European-inspired residence becomes the scene for fascinated aesthetic immersion. The rhythmic repetition of…
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Antique Persian Bakshaish Soars in Vaulted, Chateau-Inspired Space

Living with a virtuoso example of the most coveted folk art Village style in Persian rugs is indescribably rewarding. The refined decor of this wonderfully airy space and the large 170-year-old Bakshaish seem to have been made for each other.…
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Sophisticated Modernism Meets Traditional Artistry for One-of-a-Kind Synthesis

This cutting-edge, contemporary design living room is centered around a spectacular 175-year-old Persian Bakshaish Camelhair carpet. However, it appears as if the carpet was commissioned for this very room! With its bronze and earthy tones…
An Antique Caucasian Shirvan Rug interacts with the curated art display in a client's entry hall

Art on the Wall and on the Floor in this Curated Entryway

The opportunities to achieve an impressive display with antique art rugs are legion. In the entryways of grand homes and apartments, they particularly shine. In this image, the artistically energetic over 120-year-old Caucasian Shirvan visually…
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Two antique village weavings enhance the rustic ambiance of this log cabin retreat in the mountains.

Two Antique Village Weavings Reflect Rustic Ambiance of Log Cabin Mountain Retreat

Clients find that our selection of Northwest Persian styles is second to none. As you can see, the two antique rugs in this cozy room appear to have been made specifically for each space. Both the area-size Karaja near the door and the Heriz…
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Energetic Caucasian Baku Perfectly Fills in the Gap

In this grand, elongated space, these connoisseurs utilized an open floor plan to showcase antique art rugs to delineate between functional regions while adding tremendous aesthetic value to the room. The perfectly sized Caucasian Baku, with…
Luminous 170-year-old Ferahan rug in rare corridor dimensions adds luminosity to entryway of Omaha home

Rare Corridor-Sized Ferahan Rug Adds Luminous Comfort to Entryway of Traditional Omaha Home

This image is of an artistically exploratory 170-year-old Ferahan rug in a rarely found corridor size that graces the entryway of a grand traditional home near Omaha, Nebraska. The tawny-hued border immediately draws upon the rich tones of the…
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Multiple Antique Rug Types and Sizes Harmonize and Enliven this Inviting Space

We find that many of our clients, who are often by default great lovers of the life-enhancing artistry offered by antique Oriental rugs, have taken to decorating their cherished spaces with multiple eclectic yet harmonious pieces of varying…

Stunning Persian Veramin runner Illuminates Pathway through Bespoke Florida Home

Embellishing your home with art-level antique Persian rugs is a deeply enriching experience that pays dividends over one’s lifetime. In this well-appointed space in a grand Florida home, fine art and furniture meet art-caliber rugs to create…
170-year-old Mohtasham Kashan carpet in elegant dining room

Masterfully Woven 170-Year-Old Mohtasham Kashan Carpet Enhances Elegant Ambiance of Earth-Toned Dining Room

Discovering the perfect antique rug is an unforgettable outcome to the “thrill of the chase” as this gracious, inviting dining area aptly demonstrates. This transformative experience is even more rewarding due to the vast variety of art-level…
Bakshaish and Serapi rugs in Traditional Living Room

Antique Rug Pairing Establishes Exquisite Syncretism in Traditional Living Room

Antique Persian rugs bestow to myriad spaces an unrivaled and invigorating dynamism. This is all the more apparent and enlivening when combined with traditional furnishings and neutral color schemes. In this refined setting, the jovial, complementary…
An Antique Caucasian Seichur Kuba in Kitchen Passageway

Harmonious Triad of Antique Caucasian Rugs Complements Passageway of Connoisseurs’ Home

In this antique rug connoisseurs' home, their love of Caucasian tribal weaving starts at the front door, through the living room, and continues right past the kitchen. These rug owners carefully kept the rugs in the passageway adjacent to the…
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Claremont Rug Company Reports Significant Increases In Sales of “High-End” Antique Oriental Rugs

In this interview, Claremont Rug Company's Jan David Winitz discusses what to look for when purchasing collectable antique persian rugs and caucasian rugs
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The Sum of the Parts: When It Comes to Selecting Your First, Or Next, Exquisite Rug

In this interview, Claremont Rug Company's Jan David Winitz discusses what to look for when purchasing collectable antique persian rugs and caucasian rugs
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Our Long-Term Care Program is committed to supporting you ongoing — through expert hand-cleaning, restoration, and our full-exchange policy.
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The Oriental Rug Market Viewed as a Pyramid

President Jan David Winitz outlines 6 levels of Oriental rugs based on artistry, age, originality, craftsmanship & provenance.
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Immerse yourself in our extensive educational section, including our comprehensive Rug Type Guide, videos and numerous articles.
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Antique Rug Type Guide

Explore the major types of antique Persian carpets and Tribal rugs through commentary & pictures.
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Striking Caucasian Afshan Kuba Rug Enhances Mid-Century Living Room of Tel Aviv Home

Art for the floor lives right at home with art on the wall, greatly enhancing the presence of each piece. Many of our clients who gravitate toward using art-level antique rugs throughout their homes are often collectors of other creative mediums…
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Lake Tahoe Mansion with Spectacular Bidjar Rug
Lake Tahoe Mansion with Spectacular Bidjar Rug
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Lake Tahoe Mansion with Spectacular Bidjar Rug

Client Homes v2

Our Whole Home Collections Lakeside Manor Home Exquisitely detailed craftmanship & a majestic view of this grand mountain lodge complement the antique rug collection. Curated Contemporary Home A collection of Persian village and town…
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Lake Tahoe Mansion with Spectacular Bidjar Rug

Gold Coasts Collection History

Background To The Collection Background ToThe Collection The Gold Coasts Collection is the product of two generations of…
Lake Tahoe Mansion with Spectacular Bidjar Rug
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Lake Tahoe Mansion with Spectacular Bidjar Rug
Lake Tahoe Mansion with Spectacular Bidjar Rug
Lake Tahoe Mansion with Spectacular Bidjar Rug
Lake Tahoe Mansion with Spectacular Bidjar Rug
Lake Tahoe Mansion with Spectacular Bidjar Rug
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Lake Tahoe Mansion with Spectacular Bidjar Rug

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Majestic Carpets

Increasingly collectible, antique Oriental rugs can transform an interior and transport you to a bygone era or a far-flung region of the world.
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Persian Rugs Enhance Living Room

Intricately crafted 19th-century allover pattern carpets provide luxurious enrichment to grand signature spaces

Enhanced by the inherent balance and refined understatement of an allover Veramin carpet centerpiece, this expansive great hall of a European-inspired residence becomes the scene for fascinated aesthetic immersion. The rhythmic repetition of…
Persian Rugs create symphonic effect in grand living room.

Suite of Four Exquisite Antique Persian Rugs Work in Concert To Create Symphonic Effect In Grand European-Inspired Interior

This image is from a whole home project in a massive lakeside family compound in the High Sierras. Rather than pursuing a single palace-size Persian rug, the homeowners decided to employ a harmonious series of room size and oversize antique…
Lake Tahoe Mansion with Spectacular Bidjar Rug

Art-Level Antique Rugs & How To Recognize Them

by Jan David Winitz President and Founder, Claremont Rug Company   Part 1 A wide range of Oriental carpets can bring us pleasure and pride of ownership as they grace our homes. Yet, only very few are also strong long-term investments…

Thank You for Viewing the Lakeside Manor Whole Home Collection

Thank you for viewing the Lakeside Manor Whole Home Collection.   Click Here to Advance to the Curated Contemporary Whole Home Collection   Click Here to Advance to the Southern Traditional Penthouse Whole Home Collection   Click…
Suite of four exquisite Persian rugs in grand, European-inspired living room in the High Sierras

Wonderfully Compatible Art-level Antique Persian Rugs Naturally Unify This Majestic Room and Complete the Sense of Grandeur

This image is from a whole home project in a massive lakeside family compound in the High Sierras. Here, four carpets have been successfully combined to augment the interplay of the different designs and symphony of balanced color they all contribute…
Entrance with Serab Camelhair Persian Rug

The Elegantly Proportioned Artistry And Warm Camelhair Tones of Antique Persian Serab Carpets Add a Joyful Central Focus to This Grand Foyer

This image is from a whole home project in a massive lakeside family compound in the High Sierras. Very few carpets are equal to the grandeur of the most opulent and ambitious Beaux Arts-inspired interiors.  This very rare room-size antique…
Antique Persian rug in grand entryway

Rare 19th-Century Persian Serab Camelhair Rug Perfectly Matches The Preexisting Carpeting and Decor of This Grand Entry

This image is from a whole home project in a massive lakeside family compound in the High Sierras. The right antique art carpet is surprisingly easy to integrate into a pre-existing decorative scheme. Here, the delicate latticework and soft…
A Bakhtiari antique rug is a focal point in this grand billards room

Grand Oversize Antique Persian Tribal Rug Amplifies the Breathtaking Splendor of this Two-Story Billiard Room

This image is from a whole home project in a lakeside family compound in the High Sierras. A massive room, especially one that is elegantly wood-paneled from floor to ceiling, necessitates a rich palette of colors to match the sumptuousness…
An antique Bakhtiari tribal rug is the focal point of this stunning game room

A Convivial Atmosphere Created by the Colorful Persian Bakhtiari Carpet Fills This Game Room, Including Its Inimitably Crafted Bar

This image is from a whole home project in a massive lakeside family compound in the High Sierras. This stunning 19th-century Bakhtiari carpet’s rich saffron, cobalt blue, coral and green hues create an ambiance, supporting energetic, lively…
Bakhtiari and Heriz antique rugs are displayed in a game room

Antique Persian Bakhtiari Carpet and Heriz Rug Contribute a Bold, Masculine Quality to This Distinguished Game Room

This image is from a whole home project in a massive lakeside family compound in the High Sierras. A second style of geometric Persian rug from Heriz that enhances the sitting area pairs well with the bold and colorful antique Bakhtiari carpet…
Lake Tahoe Mansion with Spectacular Bidjar Rug

Striking 19th-Century Bijar (Bidjar) Persian Rug With Majestic Center Medallion Provides the Ideal Decorative Solution For Expansive Passageway In Traditional Home

This image is from a whole home project in a massive lakeside family compound in the High Sierras. Only particular Oriental carpets have sufficient character to ground a voluminous space and unify the panoply of color, textural treatments, and…