Vintage rugs, textiles and folk have been inspiring the top fashion designers, such as the iconic Ulla Johnson for years. In this post we explore Ulla Johnson’s vintage area rug inspired trendy spring fashion trends.
Kesi: The History of the Chinese Tapestry
Kesi, sometimes also referred to as k’o-ssu, are Chinese cut silk tapestries that have been around since the Tang dynasty. These ancient tapestries are stunning examples of art and some of the oldest in the entire world. Let’s explore some of their history and what makes them so spectacular.
Namziyal’s Exciting Rug Auctions Return This June!
Nazmiyal Auctions, a veteran platform in the rug auctions industry, has teamed up with Elisabeth Parker for what may be the most exciting auction yet. With a stunning assortment of rugs sourced from estates around the world, as well as the Nazmiyal Collection’s own curated collection, there is something for everyone.
Istanbul’s Carpet Museum
The impressive Istanbul Carpet Museum, located within the Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, Turkey, is home to some of the greatest textile masterpieces from the 14th through 19th centuries.
Rug Inspired Fashion
Rugs, whether antique, vintage, or modern, are gorgeous pieces of art that tell a story. Ask anyone with any interest in fashion and they will tell you the same thing about clothes, that fashion is an art form. So doesn’t it make sense to combine these two beautiful forms of art into something entirely new and creative? Here, we’ve compiled some of our favorite rug fashion. These fashion pieces are inspired by the patterns and textures of traditional carpets to create a stunning runway statement.
Inside the Tehran Carpet Museum of Iran
In this post we take a look inside and review the iconic Carpet Museum of Iran which is located in Tehran.
Oxidation And Corrosion Vs Wear in Rugs
When shopping for antique rugs, especially the early examples, you will come across terms like “oxidation”, “corrosion” and “wear”. Let’s take a closer look at what this all means.
History of the Beauvais Tapestries
In this post we talk about the history of and explore the iconic and breathtaking French Beauvais tapestries.
Belize’s Easter Sawdust Carpets
Rugs have been used throughout history and all over the world for religious contexts. In Belize, a truly stunning type of rug is a popular tradition and form of art used to celebrate Easter. These incredible creations can be found along roadways during Good Friday. The sawdust carpets are a perfect example of the creativity and beauty of rug making around the world.