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17
May
Which Is the World’s Best Handmade Carpet? History and Facts
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By
Bahador Mir
Picture your home adorned with a Handmade Persian rug—a stunning work of art that elevates your space and weaves centuri...
10
May
Why Are Persian Carpets Called Persian? History and Global Appeal
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By
Bahador Mir
A fine Persian rug crafted by hand is more than a floor covering—it’s a piece of art, a slice of cultural heritage, and ...
31
Mar
How To Identify A Handwoven Rug?
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By
Bahador Mir
How can I identify an authentic oriental rug? How can I determine if my rug is handmade? What tools are available to dis...
29
Dec
Why Are Persian Carpets So Expensive? The Secrets Behind Their Value
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By
Bahador Mir
Weaving a standard Persian carpet, such as a 6-square-meter rug, typically takes between one year and one and a half yea...
20
Dec
Why Are Persian Handwoven Rugs Considered Illegal? Facts and Solutions
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By
Bahador Mir
The finest handmade carpets globally come from countries like Turkey, Iran, Afghanistan, and Pakistan. Yet, Iran stands ...
02
Nov
Buying a Persian Rug from Iran: 2025 Pricing and Costs
The idea for this guide on Buying a Persian Rug from Iran: 2025 Pricing and Costs sparked when Suzan, a carpet lover fro...
17
Sep
Can My Hand-Woven Carpet Be Repaired? Expert Advice
Art restoration, also known as conservation, is the intricate and delicate process of repairing, cleaning, and preservin...
01
Sep
How Can I Buy a Persian Rug from Iran? Challenges and Solutions
If you ask me what I would like to order from another country, I would mention leather goods from Italy, delicious Swiss...
02
Aug
How Do I Know What Carpet to Buy? Which Type of Carpet Is Best?
When I’m asked at the time of purchase, 'Which carpet is better? Machine-made or hand-woven? Turkish or Persian?' I ofte...
10
Jul
Hand-woven or Machine-made Carpet? Are Handmade Rugs Better?
One of the most common questions when choosing a carpet for home decoration is the difference between machine-made and h...