Oriental carpets
Handknotted Asian flooring
Oriental carpets are handwoven rugs traditionally made in Asia, particularly in regions from Turkey and Iran through Central Asia to China.
The term encompasses Persian rugs, Turkish kilims, and similar textiles characterized by intricate patterns, rich colors, and knotted pile construction.
The dealer specialized in antique Oriental carpets.
The designation "Oriental" in this context remains standard in the rug trade, though the broader adjective has fallen out of favor for describing people.
- knotsSecured loops in rope
- dyeingColoring via immersion
- patternsRecurring arrangements or designs
- weavingInterlacing strands into fabric
- kilimsPileless woven textiles
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