An Ode To Oriental Rugs

When we launched our #DSNiceRug challenge on Instagram back in 2014, we not only got serious rug envy, but we were captivated by the rich colors of the Oriental rugs readers shared with us. Even the vintage Orientals still had deep reds next to faded shades of crimson. Old books on this classic style of rugs describe how, long ago, the men of the family sheared the wool from their own lambs and the women then wove rugs, with designs inspired by their family traditions.

Oriental rugs have a distinct feature that most others don’t. The part of the rug we walk on, the pile, is actually tied to the rug’s foundation layer. Some say this is the reason that Oriental rugs last far longer than other rugs that are either glued to the foundation layer or simply passed through that bottom layer. The pile on Oriental rugs lasts until the bottom layer wears through. Traditionally, weavers tie and knot pre-dyed pieces of yarn onto the foundation of Oriental rugs and the pile created by these knots is actually the two ends of the knotted yarn.

Whatever your taste or style, Oriental rugs are bound to catch your eye with their endless variations of colors, textures and patterns. We’ve rounded up some of our favorites from our archives and from our sponsor Main Street Oriental Rugs!

Image above: Alea and Peter’s cool bohemian home gets a little detail, color and eclectic style from their beautiful oriental rug.

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Image above by @katiehodgesdesign from our #DSNiceRug feed

Image above: This warm-hued rug contrasts well against black walls in this San Francisco home.

This Soumak Mostafavi rug is one of our favorites from Main Street Oriental Rugs.

• Origin: Russia
• Design: Soumak Mostafavi
• Material: 100% Wool
• Weave: Hand-knotted
• Field Color: Red / Navy / Aqua

This gorgeous Afghani Serapi almost demands a worn leather couch and a glowing fire!

• Origin: Afghanistan
• Design: Serapi
• Material: 100% Wool
• Weave: Hand-knotted
• Field Color: Navy Blue
• Border Color: Deep Coral

The blues in this Arts & Crafts runner are sublime.

• Origin: Pakistan
• Design: Arts & Crafts
• Material: 100% Wool
• Weave: Hand-knotted
• Field Color:  Natural
• Border Color: Natural
• Accent Colors: Dark Blue, Cool Blue, Navy, Green

This Tribal rug from Pakistan has such a warm feel with those deep rust and indigo hues.

Another favorite is this Afghani rug with an intricate pattern that almost feels architectural.

• Origin: Afghanistan
• Design: Sina
• Material: 100% Wool
• Weave: Hand-knotted
• Field Color: Carnelian
• Border Color: Yellow

And finally, the modest pinks and purples used sparingly in this antique* rug make the browns and blues even more commanding.

• Origin: Russia
• Design: Kuba Perepedil Kazak
• Material: 100% Wool
• Weave: Hand-knotted
• Field Color: Dark Blue
• Border Color: Cream

To see even more beautiful rugs, visit Main Street Oriental Rugs.

 

from Design*Sponge http://www.designsponge.com/2018/02/an-ode-to-oriental-rugs.html

from Home Improvment http://notelocreesnitu.tumblr.com/post/171164954574