Antique Carpet

"Art On Your Floor With Antique Carpet..."

Did you know that artwork isn't just for your wall?  When it comes in the form of antique rugs and carpet, art can be for your floor too. 

.......What better way to exhibit your fine taste in décor than furnishing your home with antique rugs?  Not only will it lend an air of extravagant richness, but antique carpet, like fine art, is also a solid investment.

 As well as complementing your home décor, antique carpet may bring with it a heritage of ethnicity, history, and tradition.

Once you hit the antique stores or Internet, you just might lose yourself in the beauty you encounter in the handsome weaving patterns and deep, rich colors. 

The finest of antique carpet will bear the legends and mysteries of the Far East, and the intricate motifs will no doubt leave you breathless.

Most antique carpet and rugs originated in India, Turkey, Persia, China, Afghanistan, India, and Caucasus.  They are hand-woven masterpieces of art, and are in high demand all over the world by clients who are willing to spend whatever is necessary to bring an element of finery to their own homes.

If you are ready to begin looking for a piece of history for your own home, the first step is to contact several art dealers, antique sellers, and galleries, and ask questions.  Find out what stock is available. 

Compare prices and ask for second opinions.  Check the information of one dealer against another's. 

Most antique dealers have a vast wealth of knowledge of their markets, and can be relied upon as excellent guides for your purchase. 

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You may wish to check with your local Better Business Bureau or Chamber of Commerce for recommendations on reputable dealers.

Spend time educating yourself on the basics of antique carpet.  Conducting research on the Internet or at your local library will give you a working knowledge of the aspects of choosing a good antique carpet. 

Learn about things such as wool, dyes, design quality, and styles of weaving.  Get to know how to tell the difference between a genuine hand-woven antique and a clever synthetic copy.

Finally, keep the following tips in mind when you find a carpet that you are interested in:

 Carefully analyze the carpet.  Slowly examine the design and detail.  Touch the carpet and take note of the quality of the weaving.

 Try to understand the origin of the carpet.  Do some independent research on the particular piece if necessary.  Compare it to other pieces of its era. This will help you gain insight on the overall quality of the carpet.

 Check the edges and borders of the carpet.  Sometimes borders are lost, or even cut off on purpose.  Keep in mind that the borders will be a key factor in determining the overall value of the carpet.

 Look for holes or moth damage, which are common problems with antique carpets.  These should be taken into consideration, or even taken care of, before you negotiate a final sale.

 Deal only with dealers who display a "sticker price."  Beware if the dealer does not stick to a price.

A good antique carpet is forever if proper carpet cleaning techniques are used...

Antique Carpet