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Antique Bakshaish Camelhair runner in Mediterranean home entry

1. Atmosphere of Grand Mediterranean Home Elevated by One-in-the-World Persian Bakshaish Camelhair Runner.

A rare Persian Bakshaish Camelhair runner adds soft contrast along the grand expanse of stone flooring of this Mediterranean home in the Southwest U.S. desert. It is the consummate “opening act” for this large home replete with art and antique Oriental rugs. Don’t miss the rare Bakshaish camelhair mat hanging behind the stature to the near right.

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A rare Persian Bakshaish Camelhair runner adds soft contrast along the grand expanse of stone flooring of this Mediterranean home in the Southwest U.S. desert. It is the consummate “opening act” for this large home replete with art and antique…

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2. 19th-Century Persian Bakshaish Rug Hung as Wall Art Is the Ideal Backdrop for Bronze Sculpture.

The impact of art-level antique Oriental rugs hung on the wall in coordination with art of other mediums can be spectacular. The unadorned field of this rare 19th-century Persian Bakshaish Camelhair rug accentuates the bronze sculpture, while the colors and graphics of its borders interplay perfectly with the pedestal.

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The impact of art-level antique Oriental rugs hung on the wall in coordination with art of other mediums can be spectacular. The unadorned field of this rare 19th-century Persian Bakshaish Camelhair rug accentuates the bronze sculpture, while…

An Antique Persian Oriental Collectible Laver Kirman rug in a traditional living room

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3. A 150-year-old Laver Kirman Persian Carpet Adds Timeless Romance to this Elegant Sitting Room

A 150-year-old Laver Kirman antique carpet creates an atmosphere of romance and timeless elegance in the living room of this desert home. Note how harmoniously the antique rug interacts with the two 19th-century European paintings in both form and color.

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A 150-year-old Laver Kirman antique carpet creates an atmosphere of romance and timeless elegance in the living room of this desert home. Note how harmoniously the antique rug interacts with the two 19th-century European paintings in both form…

Qashqai & Mahajiran Sarouk in home library with fireplace

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4. Mahajiran Sarouk & Kurdish Soumac Antique Persian Rugs Add to the Casual Elegance of this Desert Library

The eye-catching azure main color in the highly-collectible, mid-1800’s rug from the Persian Qashqai tribe introduces the paintings, bronze sculpture, ceramics and two other Persian rugs that enrich this space. The lustrous lamb’s wool, spacious design and glowing sapphire blue field of this first-rate, circa 1910 Mahajiran Sarouk room-size Persian rug adds to the comfortable ambiance of the library in a desert home. As an additional enhancement, the tribal Persian Qashqai saddlebag draped over the hearth enhances the casual, yet refined ambiance of this space.

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The eye-catching azure main color in the highly-collectible, mid-1800’s rug from the Persian Qashqai tribe introduces the paintings, bronze sculpture, ceramics and two other Persian rugs that enrich this space. The lustrous lamb’s wool,…

Persian Antique Mahajran Sarouk Carpets on Wall and Floor are Stunning in Home Office

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5. Antique Persian Rugs Displayed on both Wall and Floor Tremendously Unify the Gentleman’s Office

When used both on the floor and as wall art in the same room, antique oriental rugs can tremendously unify an environment. This is vividly demonstrated by this mid-19th-century Persian Veramin carpet on the floor and a Persian Mahajiran Sarouk circa 1920 that fits perfectly into the wall niche of this home office.

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When used both on the floor and as wall art in the same room, antique oriental rugs can tremendously unify an environment. This is vividly demonstrated by this mid-19th-century Persian Veramin carpet on the floor and a Persian Mahajiran Sarouk…

Tribal Antique Persian Oriental Collectible Rug on Wall and antique Persian Bakshaish rug on a table in a lounge

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6. The Traditional Use of Antique Oriental Rugs on the Wall and Over Furniture Conjure Up Distant Lifestyles

The art of antique Oriental carpets stems from a milieu that valued the enlivening effect age-old patterns have on the psyche and emotions. The Asmalyk wedding trapping from the Central Asian Turkoman Yomut tribe on the right wall reveals a dynamic chevron pattern while the unadorned camelhair field of the small 19th-century Bakshaish rug draped over the ottoman in the foreground imbues a calm, earthy ambiance. The 19th century Persian tribal Afshar bag face on the far left wall adds additional interest.

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The art of antique Oriental carpets stems from a milieu that valued the enlivening effect age-old patterns have on the psyche and emotions. The Asmalyk wedding trapping from the Central Asian Turkoman Yomut tribe on the right wall reveals a…

Antique Persian Oriental Collectible Afshar Bagface Rug Hung on Wall

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7. Carefully Pairing Antique Rugs on Walls with Paintings and Photographs is An Art In Itself and Enlivens Any Vertical Display

Hanging Persian and tribal 19th-century weavings on the walls along with other art is rapidly growing in popularity, as it adds a dynamic, three-dimensional, tactile aspect to a wall display. This antique bag face from the Persian Afshar tribal group is fascinating to appreciate at eye level and is made even more intriguing by its juxtaposition to the pair of African animal photos.

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Hanging Persian and tribal 19th-century weavings on the walls along with other art is rapidly growing in popularity, as it adds a dynamic, three-dimensional, tactile aspect to a wall display. This antique bag face from the Persian Afshar tribal…

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8. Art Connoisseurs Strategically Utilize Both Floors and Walls to Display Antique Rug Collection.

It is not unusual for antique rug connoisseurs to find every opportunity to display their woven treasures. These carpet collectors in the Western states are among the many who adorn both floors and walls. Note the two 19th-century tribal rugs on the walls: Caucasian Gendje (left) and Caucasian Chi Chi (right): and the two on the floors: Caucasian Erivan (left) and Persian Veramin (right, in rear).

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It is not unusual for antique rug connoisseurs to find every opportunity to display their woven treasures. These carpet collectors in the Western states are among the many who adorn both floors and walls. Note the two 19th-century tribal rugs…

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9. Placement On The Wall Highlights The Elemental, Abstract Clarity of 19th-Century Caucasian Gendje Short Runner

Though traditionally used on the floor, antique Caucasian carpets are equally spectacular when displayed on the wall, where their striking geometric designs often acquire even more profound potency. These prolific collectors have seized upon this opportunity with this superb late 19th-century Caucasian Gendje runner, taking advantage of the rug’s versatile dimensions to vitalize an otherwise underutilized space. The vertical presentation permits the innovative, compartmentalized design to be fully appreciated: its iconic, winged motifs pulsate with graphic energy, each element reduced to its most essential forms. The expressive effect of pure color is intensified by skillful juxtaposition of saturated hues–particularly in the combination of saffron and jade green–recalling the similar discoveries of Color Field painting more than a century later.

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Though traditionally used on the floor, antique Caucasian carpets are equally spectacular when displayed on the wall, where their striking geometric designs often acquire even more profound potency. These prolific collectors have seized upon…

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10. Antique Caucasian Rugs with Their Unique Abstract Aesthetic Offer a Variety of Design Styles for Display throughout the Home

The Caucasian tribal rug-making tradition begot at least 85 different sub-groups whose motifs range from bold heraldic medallions to petit point, delicately designed fields of geometricized flowers. Displayed on the wall, a playful 19th-century Caucasian rug from Gendje district with its allover field design provides a color and pattern contrast to the blue ground Erivan rug with its three medallion format on the floor.

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The Caucasian tribal rug-making tradition begot at least 85 different sub-groups whose motifs range from bold heraldic medallions to petit point, delicately designed fields of geometricized flowers. Displayed on the wall, a playful 19th-century…

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11. Exceptional 19th-Century Area Size Bakshaish Camelhair Rug Creates Captivating, Contemplative Master Sitting Area

As carpet connoisseurs such as this couple have long realized, the perfect antique Persian rug can completely transform a room, elevating the experience of a space in a profound but unobtrusive way that is unique to this art form. The outstanding 19th century Bakshaish carpet seen in this couple’s Mediterranean-inspired desert home exemplifies this avidly prized effect, both complementing and anchoring the entire space. A highly inviting conversation area is established by its clearly defined, elemental composition, with a shimmering sky blue medallion providing a natural centerpiece. The coveted unadorned field of luminous camelhair, which is beautifully abrashed (intentionally color striated) instantly harmonizes with the cheerful soft golds of the walls, as well as the warm wood of paneling and shutters, as if the 19th-century folk art weaving was originally woven for placement in this genteel environment

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As carpet connoisseurs such as this couple have long realized, the perfect antique Persian rug can completely transform a room, elevating the experience of a space in a profound but unobtrusive way that is unique to this art form. The outstanding…

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12. Graphic 175-year-old Caucasian Daghestan Rug Both Complements And Enhances A Traditional Master Bath

Though successful in virtually any small space, area size Caucasian tribal rugs are especially effective in bringing a welcome new artistic dimension to elegant bath areas, where their folk art energy can be experienced every day on a direct, personal level. Here, the expressive, nuanced natural color of this very early Caucasian tribal rug immediately harmonizes with the materials of the space: warm cherry wood and Carrara marble resonate with the carpet’s potent terracotta and sand tones, while the small scale tile detailing recalls the planned, geometric arrangement of the rug’s motifs. Yet, the mesmerizing, faceted allover pattern brings its own vitality that provides a completely divergent and fresh perspective, as well as introducing welcome accents of forest green, sapphire blue and indigo. There is an interesting relationship between the crisply drawn, deconstructed blossoms of the rug and the naturalistically rendered flowers in the upholstery and framed Chinese print, as each reveals something essential about these universal botanical forms in entirely different ways.

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Though successful in virtually any small space, area size Caucasian tribal rugs are especially effective in bringing a welcome new artistic dimension to elegant bath areas, where their folk art energy can be experienced every day on a direct,…

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13. The Ascending Pattern of Antique Niche Rugs Makes Them Particularly Striking on the Wall

The Caucasian tribal groups and refined urban areas such as Hadji Jallili (Haji Jalili) Tabriz, Kashan and Laver Kirman created fascinating rugs with niche motifs at the top of their fields. Here, a collector-caliber Caucasian Marasali Shirvan Prayer Rug with a midnight indigo field and glowing jewel tones is displayed to stunning visual effect.

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The Caucasian tribal groups and refined urban areas such as Hadji Jallili (Haji Jalili) Tabriz, Kashan and Laver Kirman created fascinating rugs with niche motifs at the top of their fields. Here, a collector-caliber Caucasian Marasali Shirvan…

Antique Persian Bakshaish Rug in a client bedroom.

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14. Bakshaish Camelhair Carpets Effortlessly Enliven an Inviting Bedroom

The pairing of two exquisite representatives of the 19th century, genre-bending Bakshaish carpet style contributes inimitably to the ambiance of the art-collectors’ personal space. Carpets from the same weaving tradition almost always “talk to each other” when placed close by and the appreciation of their similar weave, colors, sense of design, and overall vision will be a daily pleasure to explore for the connoisseur. Both wonderfully folkloric art-level village weavings, their differences also invite discovery while complementing the surrounding fine furnishings and elegant lighting of this tastefully tranquil bedroom. Dextrous abrash techniques (intentional color striation) in the luminous, unadorned golden camelhair field featured in each rug adds an element of drama amidst the harmonious discourse between rug and room. The best 19th-century village carpets create effortless, natural compatibility with elegant traditional decors such as this incredibly inviting, contemplative space.

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1. Atmosphere of Grand Mediterranean Home Elevated by One-in-the-World Persian Bakshaish Camelhair Runner.

2. 19th-Century Persian Bakshaish Rug Hung as Wall Art Is the Ideal Backdrop for Bronze Sculpture.

3. A 150-year-old Laver Kirman Persian Carpet Adds Timeless Romance to this Elegant Sitting Room

4. Mahajiran Sarouk & Kurdish Soumac Antique Persian Rugs Add to the Casual Elegance of this Desert Library

5. Antique Persian Rugs Displayed on both Wall and Floor Tremendously Unify the Gentleman’s Office

6. The Traditional Use of Antique Oriental Rugs on the Wall and Over Furniture Conjure Up Distant Lifestyles

7. Carefully Pairing Antique Rugs on Walls with Paintings and Photographs is An Art In Itself and Enlivens Any Vertical Display

8. Art Connoisseurs Strategically Utilize Both Floors and Walls to Display Antique Rug Collection.

9. Placement On The Wall Highlights The Elemental, Abstract Clarity of 19th-Century Caucasian Gendje Short Runner

10. Antique Caucasian Rugs with Their Unique Abstract Aesthetic Offer a Variety of Design Styles for Display throughout the Home

11. Exceptional 19th-Century Area Size Bakshaish Camelhair Rug Creates Captivating, Contemplative Master Sitting Area

12. Graphic 175-year-old Caucasian Daghestan Rug Both Complements And Enhances A Traditional Master Bath

13. The Ascending Pattern of Antique Niche Rugs Makes Them Particularly Striking on the Wall

14. Bakshaish Camelhair Carpets Effortlessly Enliven an Inviting Bedroom

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