An old myth within the striped rug evaluation world was that the knots per square inch would determine the value of a handmade striped rug. As a general rule, many of the striped rug districts that loomed the tightest knotted products were regions that made the same design with the same colors one after another. Every loom in the region would in essence be knotting identical in various sizes. Therefore, because of the lack of innovation, and the incredibly low wages, this was often an inaccurate yardstick. The quality of the wool, the quality of the dyes and the flow of colors and design often is a more accurate judge of value of a striped rug.
The quality of wool striped rugs, the quality of the dyes and the flow of colors and design often is a more accurate judge of a products value. Because of American fashion trends, wool striped rugs from some regions have become more sought after; therefore they have grown more scarce. The ensuing shortage has raised prices for wool striped rugs from these regions. Another factor in determining value and price of these wool striped rugs is that in many regions the majority of the looms were the same width creating size voids. Price and value here are determined by lack of supply. For example, antique 5 foot by 8 foot wool striped rugs is quite difficult to find.
We opened our cotton striped rugs shop in Atlanta in 1978. In twenty plus years we have cultivated an extensive collection of loyal suppliers of one of a kind antique and semi antique cotton striped rugs and other collections. We take pride in finding very special pieces at great values. Our suppliers range from Boston to London and know our taste well: bargain prices and wonderful quality. The vast majority of our cotton striped rugs business is exceptional and decorative Persian rugs. All of our products are clean, restored if needed, and ready to go. This is our specialty and we take great pride in it; bargain-priced, one-of-a-kind cotton striped rugs.
Our oriental rugs Atlanta shop has high quality Persian styles. One of the most outstanding characteristics of Persian is the wonderful range of colors used to create designs. The dyeing of the wool is a delicate process that varies according to the dyes used for our rugs Atlanta to create the desired color. At our rugs Atlanta facility we take this seriously and our quality products prove this. The wool is sheared, cleaned, spun, and then cleaned again so the dye can penetrate the fiber. The skeins of wool are then submerged into the boiling dye bath and carefully stirred for uniformity. Once dry, it is ready for weaving and our rugs Atlanta are complete.
Our oriental rugs Atlanta GA shop has high quality Persian styles. One of the most outstanding characteristics of Persian is the wonderful range of colors used to create designs. The dyeing of the wool is a delicate process that varies according to the dyes used for our oriental rugs Atlanta GA to create the desired color. At our oriental rugs Atlanta GA facility we take this seriously and our quality products prove this. The wool is sheared, cleaned, spun, and then cleaned again so the dye can penetrate the fiber. The skeins of wool are then submerged into the boiling dye bath and carefully stirred for uniformity. Once dry, it is ready for weaving and our oriental rugs Atlanta GA are complete.
Tibetan area rugs are hand-knotted in small villages near Nepal. They are made from the finest high mountain elevation wools and colorfast natural dyes. They feature a muted pattern and superior value. Tibetan area rugs feature fine quality, high elevation, and long staple wools. This is a classic weave that has been woven in and around Nepal for centuries. Soft shades of neutral earth tones, as well as muted florals, are used in these simple geometric designs. After these tibtan area rugs are woven, they are meticulously sheared so they do not have a wavy pile. In our opinion, these are the best value in true Tibetan area rugs.
79th st. rug shop opened in Atlanta in 1978. In twenty plus years we have cultivated an extensive collection of loyal suppliers of one of a kind antique and semi antique Persian collections. 79th st. rug shop takes pride in finding very special pieces at great values. Our suppliers range from Boston to London and know our taste well: bargain prices and wonderful quality. The vast majority of 79th st. rug shop business is exceptional and decorative Persian collections. All of our products are clean, restored if needed, and ready to go. This is our specialty and we take great pride in it – bargain priced, one of a kind products here at 79th st. rug shop.
Tibetan rugs are hand-knotted in small villages near Nepal. They are made from the finest high mountain elevation wools and colorfast natural dyes. They feature a muted pattern and superior value. Tibetan rugs feature fine quality, high elevation, and long staple wools. This is a classic weave that has been woven in and around Nepal for centuries. Soft shades of neutral earth tones, as well as muted florals, are used in these simple geometric designs. After these tibtan rugs are woven, they are meticulously sheared so they do not have a wavy pile. In our opinion, these are the best value in true Tibetan rugs. Color shades may vary.
Dhurries are a double-faced woven, wool rug; meaning they are reversible. These flat-woven dhurries are quite durable and are easily cleaned. 79th Street Rug Shop has commissioned to have several designs hand-loomed for us in India. Because of the low wages in India they are an exceptional bargain. They are not made with child labor. It takes approximately two months to hand weave a 9 foot by 12 foot dhurries. Our french cross in medium blue is hand loomed in wool from India is totally reversible. Because it is hand made, sizes may vary slightly. These dhurries wear very well.
We offer beautiful persian rugs. We have commissioned our primary supplier in India to hand knot classic persian rugs designed in standard sizes. We have taken these classic designs and had them woven with the finest wools and dyes. As in all handmade persian rugs, these sizes will vary a matter of inches. New pile ones are not unlike a piece of velvet, they will have a light end and a dark end due to pile direction. We also offer runners. We offer an array of patterns, sizes, and prices. There are over a dozen persian rugs in this unique collection.
Continental divide rugs are made of an extremely durable hand-loomed wool Berber weave from India. Both sides of these continental divide rugs are identical, and they can be placed in highly trafficked areas. Some of America's top designers created these upscale colorations to compliment today's new fabric interactions. We own the looms and are direct importers of these continental divide rugs. This is a spectacular look at this price point. We offer custom sizes (up to 14 feet wide) and colors which are available within 60 days by using air freight. We have twenty something colorations in this hard wearing continental divide rugs collection.
Our barrier island rugs collection of hand loomed cotton rag products took two years for our top designers to create, blending classic stripes with colors expressing today's trends. This barrier island rugs collection, featuring forty something colorations in an array of sizes, has a wonderful look and feel. As we own the looms and are the direct importer, they are a fashion bargain. Loomed in India, they are perfect for moderate traffic areas and are reversible and versatile. We offer these barrier island rugs in custom sizes (up to 14 feet wide) and colors are available within 60 days by using air freight. We are quite proud of this barrier island rugs collection.
Our barrier island collection of hand loomed cotton rag rugs took two years for our top designers to create, blending classic stripes with colors expressing today's trends. This barrier island collection, featuring forty something colorations in an array of sizes, has a wonderful look and feel. As we own the looms and are the direct importer, they are a fashion bargain. Loomed in India, they are perfect for moderate traffic areas and are reversible and versatile. We offer this barrier island collection of rugs in custom sizes (up to 14 feet wide) and colors are available within 60 days by using air freight. We are quite proud of this barrier island collection.
Our cotton rag rugs are directly imported and hand-loomed. These high-quality cotton rag rugs may be braided or woven in a variety of colors. These are heavy reversible rugs that are available in solid colors and plaids. We get them from two suppliers in India and the sizes vary. Most are available in 3 feet by 5 feet up to 9 feet by 12. Some of the solid color cotton rag rugs suppliers have combined the 8 by 10 and 9 by 12 size to an 8.6 by 11. These are wonderful values with a unique look. As in all handmade cotton rag rugs, sizes and dye lots may vary.
Kilims are hand loomed treasures from China. With an extremely tight weave and classic tribal designs they are versatile and very durable. Kilims will work in adjacent rooms with antique rugs or can stand alone as the center piece. They are easy to live with, have a double-faced weave (reversible) and are available in a great choice of sizes. One of our features Kilims is the Red Bessarabian. It is hand loomed wool from China with a classic old pattern, and extra fine weave. They offer great value on superb quality. As with most of these Kilims listings it is totally reversible.
Each antique persian rug is generally known by the name of the weaving area. Not unlike French wine, a Heriz antique persian rug was woven in the Heriz weaving district in Northwest Iran. Tabriz, Maylayer, Hamadan, are weaving districts from which these other antique persian rug items are named. When one can find these older pieces in good condition at a bargain price it is quite special. There is no more production of these exquisite items. Although there are reproductions of these made in Turkey and India that are fine products, but not generally one of a kinds and have a totally different knot. Each of our antique persian rug product is genuine.
We have been selling antique persian rugs since 1978. From the late 19th century to approximately 1950 the state of the art antique persian rugs were hand-woven in Iran (Persia). Particularly before World War II most antique persian rugs were woven with natural dyes. These are one of a kind products, and of course, there is a finite quantity of them. There is no more production of these exquisite items. Although there are reproductions of these made in Turkey and India that are fine, but not generally one of a kinds and have a totally different knot. In twenty plus years we have cultivated an extensive collection of loyal suppliers of one of a kind antique persian rugs.