Hello World! Welcome Friends! All Persian rugs are Oriental, but not all Oriental rugs are Persian. Confused yet? Genuine Persian rugs can be considered collectors pieces, and true Persian rugs are handmade regionally by artists from villages in Iran, formerly known as Persia. You can find rugs made elsewhere that certainly look like Persian rugs, but that is where the similarities end. You will even find rugs advertised as “Persian” rugs. Actual Persian rugs not only hold their value when properly maintained, but actually appreciate in value making these authentic rugs well worth the investment.
Let’s talk more about the characteristics and qualities of real Persian runner rugs.
Original Works of Art
Persian rugs of all sizes including Persian Runner Rugs, are prized for their natural fibers such as cotton, wool, and silk utilizing dyes made from plants and vegetables indigenous to their region. Rugs such as these are one-of-a-kind, and as such are considered true works of art. You will often find Persian rugs hanging vertically on walls as an art installation rather than being used as flooring. Even keeping with traditional patterns and colors no two rugs will be identical due to being handmade.
Skilled Craftsmanship
Each Persian rug is knotted by hand by skilled experts. It takes many years to be considered a master of this craft and apprentices spend vast amounts of time in training. Ornate designs contain densely knotted materials creating uniquely designed pieces worthy of being passed down to future generations.
Practical Yet Beautiful
Perfect for hallways, Persian runner rugs typically are 2 to 3 feet wide and 4 to 12 feet long. These long stretches of rug provide ample coverage for areas of the house while keeping dirt and sand off of flooring.
- Kitchens could host a Persian runner rug in front of the sink for doing dishes, and other menial chores requiring you to stand in one place for an extended period of time.
- Bathrooms could benefit from Persian runner rugs in front of vanities and other narrow spaces. Using coordinating rugs and towels gives a cohesive feel to the overall decor.
- Bedrooms, and many other spaces would all be terrific spots for a Persian rug both as a decorative installation, or accent piece to tie together your favorite furnishings and pillows.
Get an Authentic Persian Runner Rug Today
If you are in the market to purchase a genuine Persian rug do some research into a reputable dealer. If you have found an inexpensive Persian rug of any size including area rugs, small rounds, or Persian runner rugs, you have likely found an imitation. Rugs that look similar in design are fairly common today in houseware and big box stores. In recent years many areas of the orient, such as China, have begun mass producing machine woven rugs which can appear very similar to Persian rugs in design.
There are even indoor-outdoor versions of popular patterns and colors along with more modern themes. Although these rugs can indeed be beautiful to the eye they will never compare to the quality of a true Persian rug, which are made to last, and with care grow more beautiful with the passage of time.
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