Sunday, April 17, 2005
Guide to Abadeh Rugs
Guide to Abadeh Rugs: "Abadeh Persian Rugs
Abadeh is a market town half way between Isfahan and Shiraz on the main road. It is traditionally where the Qashqai in their north/south seasonal migration would cross the highway. Consequentially it was an important market town and one that most Qashqai were familiar with. The Pahlavi Shahs, Reza Shah and his son who was overthrown Mohammad Reza Shah feared the Qashqai since they represented a mobile armed Turkic speaking block that was not completely under the thumb of the Shah. To mitigate the risk the Pahlavi would periodically pressure the Qashqai to settle. Abadeh was an area that drew many settling Qashqai. They knew the town and besides twice a year they could see their cousins and other family who had not settled. In addition to the settling Qashqai there were also Lori and Afshari in the Abadeh area. To the left is a fine example of an old Lori Abadeh rug."
Abadeh is a market town half way between Isfahan and Shiraz on the main road. It is traditionally where the Qashqai in their north/south seasonal migration would cross the highway. Consequentially it was an important market town and one that most Qashqai were familiar with. The Pahlavi Shahs, Reza Shah and his son who was overthrown Mohammad Reza Shah feared the Qashqai since they represented a mobile armed Turkic speaking block that was not completely under the thumb of the Shah. To mitigate the risk the Pahlavi would periodically pressure the Qashqai to settle. Abadeh was an area that drew many settling Qashqai. They knew the town and besides twice a year they could see their cousins and other family who had not settled. In addition to the settling Qashqai there were also Lori and Afshari in the Abadeh area. To the left is a fine example of an old Lori Abadeh rug."
Monday, July 12, 2004
What is a Runner?
What is a Runner?: "What is a Runner?
A runner is a designation for a rug that is more than twice as long as it is wide up to about three and a half feet wide. It is often used for hallways or stairways. If it is over 3 1/2 feet wide then it is often called a gallery carpet or a long rug. "
A runner is a designation for a rug that is more than twice as long as it is wide up to about three and a half feet wide. It is often used for hallways or stairways. If it is over 3 1/2 feet wide then it is often called a gallery carpet or a long rug. "
Tuesday, June 29, 2004
The 2004 Persian Carpet Grand Exhibition (Tehran)
Home . note of day: "13 TH Persian Carpet Grand Exhibition (Tehran)
in Tehran International Fair Ground from August 23 to 29,2004.The exhibition will focus on the export and foreign sales aspects of Iranian carpet . The experience gained from the past twelve exhibitions has enabled the Iranian producers and exporters to provide the visitors and Persian carpet lovers from around the world with the finest and most beautiful carpets from different regions of Iran .This unique commercial , artistic and cultural event will provide a suitable opportunity for producers , exporters and buyers to exchange ideas."
in Tehran International Fair Ground from August 23 to 29,2004.The exhibition will focus on the export and foreign sales aspects of Iranian carpet . The experience gained from the past twelve exhibitions has enabled the Iranian producers and exporters to provide the visitors and Persian carpet lovers from around the world with the finest and most beautiful carpets from different regions of Iran .This unique commercial , artistic and cultural event will provide a suitable opportunity for producers , exporters and buyers to exchange ideas."
Saturday, June 26, 2004
Cocoon - Seeing Comes Before Words
COCOON: "Cocoon - Seeing Comes Before Words
Cocoon was established in 1996 by Seref Ozen and Mustafa Gokhan Demir. Located in the historic Arasta Bazaar, in the shadows of the Blue Mosque of the Sultan Ahmet district of Istanbul, Cocoon specializes in rugs, flatweaves and textiles from Central Asia as well as Persia and Anatolia.
Seref Ozen who is considered to be one of the foremost authorities in the world on Central Asian textiles and Cocoon has become synonymous with quality service among collectors around the world. He has exhibited at all the major tribal art shows around the world including the HALI fair in London and is a regular participant in ACOR and San Francisco at the Caskey Lees Tribal Art show every February."
Cocoon was established in 1996 by Seref Ozen and Mustafa Gokhan Demir. Located in the historic Arasta Bazaar, in the shadows of the Blue Mosque of the Sultan Ahmet district of Istanbul, Cocoon specializes in rugs, flatweaves and textiles from Central Asia as well as Persia and Anatolia.
Seref Ozen who is considered to be one of the foremost authorities in the world on Central Asian textiles and Cocoon has become synonymous with quality service among collectors around the world. He has exhibited at all the major tribal art shows around the world including the HALI fair in London and is a regular participant in ACOR and San Francisco at the Caskey Lees Tribal Art show every February."
The Nomads Tent, oriental rugs, kilims, tribal weaving and artefacts
The Nomads Tent, oriental rugs, kilims, tribal weaving and artefacts: "BAZAAR
A selection of oriental rugs, kilims, bags and other tribal weaving for sale. Also books and jewellery.
UK SHOWS
Each year we have a number of shows around the UK. Find out if there is to be one near you.
EXHIBITIONS
During the year we have a programme of themed exhibitions which explore aspects of weaving and tribal culture.
RUFUS READE TOURS
Escorted tours to destinations such as Iran, Georgia, India and Cyprus. Sometimes organised around themes of painting/botany/archaeology.
NOMADS NEWS
In this section we present a number of articles and anecdotes gleaned from our travels in search of rugs."
A selection of oriental rugs, kilims, bags and other tribal weaving for sale. Also books and jewellery.
UK SHOWS
Each year we have a number of shows around the UK. Find out if there is to be one near you.
EXHIBITIONS
During the year we have a programme of themed exhibitions which explore aspects of weaving and tribal culture.
RUFUS READE TOURS
Escorted tours to destinations such as Iran, Georgia, India and Cyprus. Sometimes organised around themes of painting/botany/archaeology.
NOMADS NEWS
In this section we present a number of articles and anecdotes gleaned from our travels in search of rugs."
Friday, June 04, 2004
SOUTHWEST ASIA: Is Iran Scared of Jordan?
SOUTHWEST ASIA: Is Iran Scared of Jordan?: "Friday, June 04, 2004
Is Iran Scared of Jordan?
Iran Sports Press(www.iransportspress.com): 'TEHRAN- (Iran Sports Press): The Psychological war has began between Jordan and Iran ahead of their crucial World Cup Qualifier in Tehran on June 09, with the Jordanian coach suggesting his Iranian counterpart is scared to face Jordan."
Is Iran Scared of Jordan?
Iran Sports Press(www.iransportspress.com): 'TEHRAN- (Iran Sports Press): The Psychological war has began between Jordan and Iran ahead of their crucial World Cup Qualifier in Tehran on June 09, with the Jordanian coach suggesting his Iranian counterpart is scared to face Jordan."
SOUTHWEST ASIA: Is Iran Scared of Jordan?
SOUTHWEST ASIA: Is Iran Scared of Jordan?: "Friday, June 04, 2004
Is Iran Scared of Jordan?
Iran Sports Press(www.iransportspress.com): 'TEHRAN- (Iran Sports Press): The Psychological war has began between Jordan and Iran ahead of their crucial World Cup Qualifier in Tehran on June 09, with the Jordanian coach suggesting his Iranian counterpart is scared to face Jordan."
Is Iran Scared of Jordan?
Iran Sports Press(www.iransportspress.com): 'TEHRAN- (Iran Sports Press): The Psychological war has began between Jordan and Iran ahead of their crucial World Cup Qualifier in Tehran on June 09, with the Jordanian coach suggesting his Iranian counterpart is scared to face Jordan."
Tuesday, May 04, 2004
qom rugs QOM carpets QUM rug silk rugs Oldcarpet.com,Everything About Persian Rugs
qom rugs QOM carpets QUM rug silk rugs Oldcarpet.com,Everything About Persian Rugs: "QOM Carpet Properties:
Visibility: QOM(QUM)rugs and carpets have excellent view. Majority of QOM(QUM)rugs and carpets are small (Ghaliche). QOM(QUM)rugs and carpets are very fine and beautiful so many people hang them to the wall. QOM(QUM)rugs and carpets have lots of curvature and city looks. They do have landscape features or historical story.
Quality: The quality of QOM(QUM)rugs and carpets are varies. In contrary to the tradition the newer one are much better quality and patterns. Most of the high quality QOM(QUM)rugs and carpets are made by pure silk with very high KPSI. QOM(QUM) silk rugs and carpets are one of the most great looking rugs in IRAN and the world.
Size & Shapes: The majority of QOM(QUM)rugs and carpets are small to mid size(3x5 to 5x7 feet).
Color: QOM(QUM)rugs and carpets have varieties of colors but red, blue and ivory are very common.
Texture: Soft Silk,very thin, Kork wool.
Foundation: Warps are mostly cotton, wefts either Silk ,cotton or wool.
Knots: Weaver in QOM(QUM) are using Persian knots. The numbers of knots vary, depending on the quality of the carpet, which usually averages around 120 KPSI (30 RAJ) up to 842 KPSI (80 RAJ)."
Visibility: QOM(QUM)rugs and carpets have excellent view. Majority of QOM(QUM)rugs and carpets are small (Ghaliche). QOM(QUM)rugs and carpets are very fine and beautiful so many people hang them to the wall. QOM(QUM)rugs and carpets have lots of curvature and city looks. They do have landscape features or historical story.
Quality: The quality of QOM(QUM)rugs and carpets are varies. In contrary to the tradition the newer one are much better quality and patterns. Most of the high quality QOM(QUM)rugs and carpets are made by pure silk with very high KPSI. QOM(QUM) silk rugs and carpets are one of the most great looking rugs in IRAN and the world.
Size & Shapes: The majority of QOM(QUM)rugs and carpets are small to mid size(3x5 to 5x7 feet).
Color: QOM(QUM)rugs and carpets have varieties of colors but red, blue and ivory are very common.
Texture: Soft Silk,very thin, Kork wool.
Foundation: Warps are mostly cotton, wefts either Silk ,cotton or wool.
Knots: Weaver in QOM(QUM) are using Persian knots. The numbers of knots vary, depending on the quality of the carpet, which usually averages around 120 KPSI (30 RAJ) up to 842 KPSI (80 RAJ)."
Wednesday, April 21, 2004
Exhibition at Persia Geneva 23 April 2004
Exhibition at Persia Geneva 23 April 2004: "Professor Martin Rudner of Carleton University, Ottawa, Canada - world authority on neo-classical Persian carpets of the Shah Reza period - will give a talk on the importance of the remarkable collection unveiled at the event. The Preview is on Thursday 22 April from 1830 hours, with Professor Rudner's talk at 1900 hours. Admission is strictly by invitation only. "
