Joshaghan Rugs: History, Designs and How to Identify Them
An illustrated, readable guide to Joshaghan rugs, from their Kashan-area history and debated Safavid attributions to later lozenge fields, motifs and practical identification.
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Hamadan Rugs: Weaving Structure, Motifs and Regional Variations
Hamadan rugs form a diverse western Iranian weaving network. Learn how structure, regional labels, medallions, Mahi fields and careful visual comparison work together.
Malayer Rugs: A Visual Guide to Weaves, Motifs and Regional Styles
Malayer rugs are a diverse western Iranian weaving family. Learn how structure, layout, angular drawing, colour and local pattern names work together in a careful identification.
Persian Rug Medallions: Meaning, Structure and Garden Imagery
A readable guide to Persian rug medallions, from visible structure and regional drawing to the garden, basin and center interpretations found in Persian scholarship.
Pattern and Color in Sistan Rugs: A Narrative Exploration
Nature and culture meet on the loom. This deep-dive traces the 120-day winds, village iconography, and dye traditions behind Sistan rugs' distinctive motifs and palettes.
The Living Art of Rural Persian Weaving
Persian rural rug weaving is more than a craft; it is a living cultural archive. Iran’s villages and tribal regions are rich reservoirs of art and tradition where weaving is...
Afghan War Rugs: Evolution of Art Through Decades of Conflict
Afghan war rugs offer a rare chronicle of conflict and craft. This guide traces three generations—from subtle Soviet-era motifs to overt post-9/11 imagery. Explaining where and why they were woven,...
Best Contemporary Art Galleries in Newfoundland: A Guide for Art Lovers
Are you looking for some amazing places to see Newfoundland artwork? If so, you are in luck. This province is known for its natural beauty, cultural diversity, and artistic expression....
Types of Persian Rugs: 50+ Styles by Region
An illustrated encyclopedia of Persian rug types, organized by city, village, tribe and weaving structure. Compare more than 50 names, alternate spellings, identifying features and regional relationships, then follow direct...
10 Most Expensive Rugs Ever Sold at Auction
Explore ten exceptional rug and carpet sales, from a rare Navajo blanket to the $33.7 million Clark Sickle-Leaf record, with an image for every entry and links to auction and...
5 Newfoundland Artists and Their Paintings: A Curated Guide
Explore five artists connected to Newfoundland and Labrador through 15 preserved images, verified artwork details, and links to museum and institutional sources.