Artist Alexandra Kehayoglou uses the medium of carpet weaving to draw attention to the effects of man and his pursuit of materialism on the natural environment. Alexandra's works are three-dimensional...
The work of artist Jason Seife transforms the art of traditional Oriental carpets into spectacular creations. Seife’s work brings the traditional art of Persia into the modern world. His paintings...
Artist Agne Kisonaite uses her art and carpets as a form of social and political commentary on the modern world. Agne is an artist who works in a full range...
If one were to describe the works of artist Faig Ahmed, the word most likely to be chosen would be surreal. It is difficult to avoid a comparison between Ahmed’s...
One of the most frustrating occurrences for owners of antique rugs or any vintage carpet, is when they suddenly discover that their beautiful rug has colors that have run or experienced bleed....
As you stand in admiration of the magnificent antique carpets produced by the Persian and Ottoman artisans, it is easy to see more similarities than differences. They both present a...
Lets begin with defining what the word "contemporary" means in art The word "contemporary", when used in the art world, basically means that it is art of today. Contemporary art...
In 1919 the Bauhaus opened its door under the Master of Form, Johannes Itten. The Bauhaus school and workshop was known to mix traditional techniques and industrial methods into the...
Many people have Oriental rugs as a focal point in a room. Despite ensuring the rugs and carpets are properly cleaned and maintained, sometimes things happen. If you start noticing...