What is kilim weaving?

Kilim weaves are tapestry weaves, technically weft-faced plain weaves, that is, the horizontal weft strands are pulled tightly downward so that they hide the vertical warp strands. Turkish kilim, f...

KILIMS – Flat – woven Rugs

Weaving is an art that has been successfully practiced since the very earliest times. 

WHY ARE TURKISH, PERSIAN AND ORIENTAL RUGS SO EXPENSIVE?

Have you ever wondered if a hand-made Turkish, Persian or Oriental Rug is value for money? Well, considering the labor costs alone,  you can’t deny the amazing value you are getting for your money!...

PREPARING OUR VINTAGE AND ANTIQUE ORIENTAL RUGS FOR SALE

Vintage and Antique Rugs will, sometimes, require some restoration, repair and rejuvenation. Every rug we offer for Sale has been professionally cleaned and washed and, if necessary, repaired and s...

SOURCING VINTAGE AND ANTIQUE ORIENTAL RUGS

We are often asked about our business and how we go about sourcing and curating our Vintage and Antique Rug Collection. Here is a brief history of our journey from a small village in Central Anatol...

ESTABLISHNG THE AGE AND ORGIN OF ORIENTAL RUGS

Identifying the region of origin and age of any rug is not an "exact science" but there are some key factors to look for. Here is a quick guide to the most obvious and basic traits to look for 

OUR BUSINESS HISTORY

A brief outline of our journey from our beginnings as Shepherds and Farmers in a small Village in Central Anatolia to our life as Rug Collectors and Retailers in Sultahamet, Istanbul.