Turkaman rugs (also known as Bokhara rugs) are an age old favourite of the British consumer, With their deep colours and all over geometric designs they have been found in many homes across the UK.
Read moreOriental Rugs as an Investment
Today everyone is looking to make their money grow when investing, and lose as little money as possible when making a purchase. This has been even more apparent in the Persian rug trade as the sale of rare, antique and one off rugs has been increasing year on year to investors who recognise their value.
Read morePETAG Rugs: The Definitive Guide
Today we explore the short but fascinating history of PETAG rugs, hailing from the ancient city of Tabriz in the North West of Persia. They’re named after their company that was set up in the early 20th Century by Heinrich Jacoby (1889-1964) in Berlin. Though they were only woven for a short period in the early 20th Century (roughly 20-25 years) they left an everlasting imprint on the history of weaving in Tabriz and are some of the more sought after rugs for collectors and connoisseurs of Persian Rugs.
Read moreIntroducing the Intricate Artistry of Souf Kashans
Souf Kashans, an elite sub genre of Kashan rugs that are extremely rare and very rarely seen but when they do become available they’re snapped up straight away by collectors and investors alike. They’re woven with either metal threads (Gold or Silver) or silk and then elevated silk woven rug in parts on top.
Read moreAn Easter Special From Masoud's Personal Collection
This Easter we were as a collective thinking what could we write about and then Masoud jumped up and said “I have the perfect rug! One that blends Easter and the end of the Persian New Year magnificently” and out came this gorgeous masterpiece woven by the grand master weaver Mehdi Seirafian (Son of Mohammad Seirafian, the founder of the Seirafian rug weaving empire)!
Read morePersian Norouz: The Definitive Guide
NOROUZ ‘New-day’ is the Persian New Year, which has been celebrated in Iran for thousands of years by everyone regardless of ethnicity, religion, or language and is deeply rooted in the rituals and traditions of the Zoroastrians.
Read moreRug Repair and Cleaning
At Bakhtiyar we believe that no carpet is ever a lost ruin, beyond repair. As Persian Poet Rumi once said “where there is ruin, there is hope for treasure”. Our team of highly skilled cleaners and restorers, based in our London Warehouse, carry out repairs
Read moreAntique Rugs: The Ins & Outs
The wonderful world of antique Persian/Oriental rugs, an addictive journey that can last a lifetime and beyond. With the lifespan of Persian rugs only increasing as the art of restoration and conservation continues to develop there are a plethora of rugs to choose from to adorn your home.
Read moreTehran Rugs: The Definitive Guide
Tehran the long standing capital city of Persia was once home to a thriving high quality Persian rug weaving industry. Located in central Persia, Tehran stood as the home of the Shah of Iran until 1979, when he was exiled from the country.
Read moreChristmas in Iran: The Vank Cathedral
Christianity in Iran can trace its routes back to the early years of the religion, whilst it has always been a minority religion in Iran compared to the major religions of Zoroastrianism in Ancient Persia and Islam since the middle ages it has continued to be a practiced within the country.
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