What You Need to Know Before Buying an Oriental Persian Rug |
Posted: April 28, 2017 |
To be a savvy shopper, you need to be an educated shopper — and this is especially true when shopping for Persian rugs. Before you purchase a Persian rug, it will be extremely helpful to know exactly what you’re paying for; this way, you can be confident that you’re getting a fair price for a high-quality and authentic item. Read below to learn the basic things you need to know about Persian rugs before you buy one, and become a more confident shopper. 5 Things to Know Before Buying an Oriental Persian Rug
The most defining feature of Persian rugs is their production location. Persian rugs (which are a subset of Oriental rugs), by definition, must have been created in modern-day Iran (formerly known as Persia).
Persian rugs must be knotted by hand. “Hand-knotted” means that each fiber was formed into a knot around foundational warp threads by the hand of a rug artist. In comparison, rugs that are “hand-tufted” or machine-made are not considered authentic Persian rugs because they’re not knotted by hand.
Higher knot counts — such as 10/10 or 16/16 — indicate more densely woven rug fibers. The higher the knot count of a rug, the more intricate the design may be and the more plush the rug may feel.
To ensure that a Persian rug is authentic and high in quality, look at the rug’s backside. You should be able to see the individual knots of the rug, and be able to fold or roll the rug in any direction. The patterns and colors on the rug’s backside should symmetrically reflect the design on the rug’s front side. Check the rug’s tag to see where it was made, what materials are used, and what the knot count is.
After assessing the quality and authenticity of the rug — by checking where it was made, how it was made, what its knot count is, and what its backside reveals — you should check the rug’s price tag to see whether it’s priced fairly. An Oriental Persian rug, depending on its age, quality, and other features, can cost anywhere between $40 and $70 dollars per square foot. Note that oversized and oddly shaped Persian rugs may cost more, and that custom-ordered rugs will also yield higher prices. Remember that Persian rugs are considered long-lasting works of art — meaning your purchase is an investment that will accrue in value over time.
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