Walter Nichols was great American rug producers (the Art Deco rugs which he did not originate them ) in Tientsin. The rugs made of wool and silk with bold vibrant colors and the pattern are pictorial scenes and trees, birds, clouds, mountains, dragons, butterfly and flowers. The production of Art Deco rugs started from 1910s-1950s, and mostly with western influence.
Walter Nichols was great American rug producers (the Art Deco rugs which he did not originate them ) in Tientsin. The rugs made of wool and silk with bold vibrant colors and the pattern are pictorial scenes and trees, birds, clouds, mountains, dragons, butterfly and flowers. The production of Art Deco rugs started from 1910s-1950s, and mostly with western influence.
The city of Sultanabad (which is now known as Arak) was founded, in the early 1800s, as a center for commercial rug production in Iran. During the late 19th century, the firm of Hotz and Son and Ziegler and Co. established a manufacturer in Arak / Sultanabad whose sole objective was to produce rugs to meet the western demands.
Bidjar is a town in Persian Kurdistan located in north-west Persia. The Bidjar is noted as being the stiffest carpet made; they are very heavy in relation to their size, and very thick and durable. All of the knots are symmetrical and the rows are beaten down during the weaving process producing a dense compact fabric. Given their thickness and construction Bidjar rugs can be difficult to fold. The many designs depict the Kurdish influence of the area and often floral and classical geometric motifs are employed as well as the use of large, whimsical medallion designs.
The city of Tabriz is situated in North West Persia and it is one of the largest cities and also the capital in the province of Azerbaijan and was the earliest capital of the Safavid dynasty and it can claim to have been a center of carpet production longer than any other city in Iran. The population comprising of the Azaris, who are the largest ethnic minority in Iran and speak the Turkish dialect. The city is old and has for centuries been a very important trading place and border station. A good Tabriz has a short and rough pile
Natural wool dues, the multi colors are amazingly beautiful, mostly like antique Serapi. Charming all over design with geometric motives. Heriz rugs are Persian rugs from the area of Heris, East Azerbaijan in northwest Iran, northeast of Tabriz. Such rugs are produced in the village of the same name in the slopes of Mount Sabalan. Heriz carpets are durable and hard-wearing and they can last for generations.
Beautiful 19th century carpet, woven in the Heriz regional style of Northwest Persia. This stunning rug features bold geometric designs, vibrant reds, deep blues, and ornate floral patterns. Serapi rugs are distinct from other Heriz pieces due to their finer knotting, large scale, and intricate patterns. The name "Serapi" is derived from the markets of Serab where they were sold, 30 miles away from where they were woven. If you are looking to collect antique rugs, decorate a living space, or buy a piece of fine art, this rug is a great value.
