Identifying a handmade oriental rug is very difficult and not everyone can be able to do it. You should not be discouraged by this fact if you are planning on getting one. Having some knowledge of a handmade oriental rug and a few pointers in mind can will help you find an authentic handmade oriental [...]
In antique oriental rugs, you will mostly find characteristics that you will rarely find on most rugs created after the synthetic dyes invention. Antique oriental rugs usually have abrash which is the hue or change of color that occurs when looking at older rugs from different angles. This is usually a result of inconsistent dyeing [...]
You will come across several types of oriental rug patterns in the market but perhaps five patterns stand out as the most popular among oriental rug enthusiasts. The various patterns are mainly distinguished by basic design features like weaves, warp & weft structure and background colors. A look at each pattern will help you understand [...]