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New World Record: $33 Million Carpet Sold

David — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 02:31:00 -0700

A 17th century Vase Carpet sold at Sotheby's New York June 5th 2013 for a record breaking $33.765 million. The previous World record was held by the sale of a similar sized carpet by...

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New World Record: $33 Million Carpet Sold

David — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 02:21:00 -0700

Tabriz Carpet

David — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 12:03:00 -0700

Have you seen this antique Tabriz before? Do you or anyone you know have information about this carpet? http://AntiqueSilkRug.com A substantial reward is posted (see website) pending...

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Brian Wiliams and British Prime Minister on Obama

webmasterRD — Sun, 18 Mar 2012 16:37:00 -0700

British Prime Minister David Cameron describes his relationship with President Obama on an Ardabil replica carpet. Visit msnbc.com for breaking...

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Joe Namath on a Kerman

David — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 15:55:00 -0700

In the spirit of Super Bowl Sunday this February 5th, a photo of Joe Namath at home on a Persian Kerman as seen in LIFE 1972. Photo credit LIFE

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Mid Century Persian Kerman

David — Sun, 24 Jul 2011 13:14:00 -0700

Found Online: I researched Persian rugs, and found that this was woven in Kerman Iran, probably in the late 1960's. The story goes that a new rug weaver opened...

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Jacquard Weaving Loom

David — Tue, 19 Jul 2011 10:22:00 -0700

Question Received from Reader: Hello, This rug has been in our family for many years. I have attached pictures. Could you please tell me something...

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Affordable Antique Rugs

David — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 18:54:00 -0700

Question Received from Reader: We recently purchased a hand knotted rug on eBay from an individual. It was not quite what we were expecting. It seemed to have...

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Very Valuable and Rare Dumpster Rug Antiques Roadshow

David — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:21:00 -0700

Straight from the curb - a very rare 'dumpster' rug find to not miss. Antiques Roadshow Rug Found in a Dumpster Valued at $125,000 - $150,000 Rare Rug on Antiques Roadshow a Tekke...

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Osman Hamdi Bey A Lady of Constantinople

David — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 20:19:00 -0700

Turkish Painting 'A Lady of Constantinople' Signed Hamdi Bey '81, with a gorgeous carpet on the floor. Laleh Abassi reciprocating border motif with alternating red and blue. Red...

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Rug Painting

David — Sun, 30 Jan 2011 10:40:00 -0700

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Soldier Rug

David — Sun, 30 Jan 2011 10:30:00 -0700

Designed, inspired and executed by We Make Carpets Soldier Rug

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We Make Carpets

David — Sun, 30 Jan 2011 10:15:00 -0700

WE MAKE CARPETS exhibited at ‘instant nature’ in the Dutch 2009 design week. Using everyday products ‘we make carpets’ creates "temporary contemporary" rugs of all...

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Pasta Rug

David — Sun, 30 Jan 2011 09:59:00 -0700

Very close to the real deal, this is the Pasta Carpet by We Make Carpets: Photos sourced: http://wemakecarpets.wordpress.com/about/

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Most Expensive 2010

David — Mon, 03 Jan 2011 09:21:00 -0700

Most expensive hand knotted antique Oriental rugs of 2010* Number 6 $326,553 more info from Christie's...

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What is this rug pattern?

David — Sat, 27 Nov 2010 18:45:00 -0700

Question: "I know virtually nothing about rugs and was wondering if someone can help me find out what type of pattern/design this is?" Answer: Some...

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Kanye West Persian Rug Request

David — Sat, 27 Nov 2010 17:34:00 -0700

Kanye West Twitter around July 2010: We do our best to keep track of the celebrity buzz about Oriental rugs and Persian carpets. Kanye, we could help you on this Cherub...

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Selling a Rug

David — Thu, 18 Nov 2010 06:22:00 -0700

Question: I want to have my rug appraised and then sell it online. Do you help facilitate sale of Rugs you assess and appraise online? Answer: We will be able to help provide you...

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24k Gold Carpet Universe Rug

David — Mon, 15 Nov 2010 08:41:00 -0700

A most unusual, and very expensive rug has been unveiled at the Internation Furniture and Design Exhibition (INFDEX) 2010 which closes today at the Doha Exhibition Center. To make this...

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Buying Rugs Overseas

David — Mon, 15 Nov 2010 07:27:00 -0700

View Larger Map Question: "Are pashmina rugs really more valuable than regular wool rugs? Are rugs really that much cheaper to purchase in India? How much cheaper to buy while visiting...

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Rug with Fringed End and Plainweave End Adding Fringe

David — Wed, 03 Nov 2010 16:03:00 -0700

Question Received from Reader: I purchased this rug from an eBay seller, it is 4'4"x7' in size. It had the following information when...

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Antique Persian Silk Rug

David — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 11:57:00 -0700

Here's a video of a very unique and very old antique Persian silk Heriz from the fourth quarter 19th century. Enjoy the video, and be sure to check out additional information...

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Antique Rug and Oriental Rug Meetup

David — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 06:06:00 -0700

We've scheduled our first meetup to be held as a gallery walk-through of Sotheby's sale N08683. Join our meetup Group for Details! Sotheby's Carpet Sale New...

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Rugs for Sale, Rug Buzz Classified Rug listings

David — Tue, 05 Oct 2010 06:39:00 -0700

RugBuzz.com is in Beta Testing, open for Rug Rag Forum members and readers. It is a free classified service for Rugs including new, semi-antique and antique. Maximum image upload size is 4.5...

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Advertisting

David — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 19:16:00 -0700

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Rugs of the Week

David — Sat, 18 Sep 2010 19:15:00 -0700

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Rug Splits, Cracks or Tears: Testing

David — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 13:23:00 -0700

With older rugs, if in person inspection is a viable option, it's one to take advantage of. Whether new to rugs or a seasoned specialist, with a few minutes of time, it's...

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Oval Office Makeover

David — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 09:29:00 -0700

Replacing President Bush's "Sunbeam" Carpet designed by Laura Bush (at the cost of $62,000) is a new Oval Office carpet made for Obama. This time, apparently not on...

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SPORTSROIDS.COM For Sale

David — Sat, 21 Aug 2010 07:18:00 -0700

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Pentagon Sets Afghan Rug Washing Contract to start at $1 mil

David — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 06:49:00 -0700

The final washing of rugs is an integral part of hand knotted rug manufacturing. In the instance of rugs woven in Afghanistan, the vast majority are sent to Pakistan for washing...

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Pentagon Sets Afghan Rug Washing Contract to start at $1 mil

David — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 06:49:00 -0700

Pentagon Sets Afghan Rug Washing Contract at $1 mil to $7 mil

David — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 06:20:00 -0700

Pentagon Sets Afghan Rug Washing Contract at $1 mil to $7 mil

David — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 06:20:00 -0700

Pentagon Sets Afghan Rug Washing Contract at $1 mil to $7 mil

David — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 06:20:00 -0700

Reversible Tufted Rugs - Options Collection from Sphinx by Oriental Weavers

David — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 05:50:00 -0700

Sphinx by Oriental Weavers recently released their 'Options Collection,' a line of tufted rugs and carpets. Added decorative value from one side of a carpet to the other provides...

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What to do with the Armenian Orphan Rug of Ghazir

David — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 06:14:00 -0700

Originally presented as a gift to President Calvin Coolidge in 1926, the Ghazir rug, bearing the nickname the "Armenian orphan rug" suggesting its history, but hopefully not its future. ...

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Only in Texas Pig Rug

David — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 16:37:00 -0700

Behnam Rugs of Texas apparently has the most difficult job when it comes to getting rugs to fly. Perhaps cleaning as well. Either way, at least it's watermelon on the rug...

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Montauk Manor and Karastan 726 of the 700 Series

David — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 15:23:00 -0700

Montauk Manor is among the most well known Condominium Resort Hotels in New York. Renown for its majestic views situated on one of the highest hills in Montauk, this Palace has some of the...

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Made in Persia Tag

David — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 05:41:00 -0700

Among all the different tags which may be found on the back of a hand knotted carpet, the one that always seems to excite the most is one which reads: "Made in Persia" Although there...

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Chris Farley Foundation Rug

David — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 14:32:00 -0700

About 3'x4' in size, this authentic Wisconsin Badger rug apparently came from Chris Farley's apartment in Chicago with paperwork from the Chris Farley Foundation. The rug is...

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Embargo on Iranian made rugs and Persian Carpets

David — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 19:16:00 -0700

July 1st, 2010 President Obama has signed the Comprehensive Iran Sanctions, Accountability, and Divestment Act of 2010 (CISADA) which was passed just one week ago by Congress to prohibit...

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Mouse Rug ®

David — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 21:02:00 -0700

The MouseRug®! Finally we've purchased one, and have to say it's a fantastic way to treat yourself while working at the desk. The detail of the design is unbelievable, and...

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Chase Ultimate Rewards

David — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 20:01:00 -0700

Chase has the right idea with their most recent Ultimate Rewards mailer. "Pay for almost anything with points" Point's well taken. They must have been...

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Traditional Rug Repair

David — Mon, 17 May 2010 19:14:00 -0700

We came across a fantastic Rug Restoration blog run by Kosker Traditional Rug Repair. Do take a look, it's a great read and they're located in Brooklyn, NY and serve all of...

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Craigslist Bargain Rug

David — Wed, 12 May 2010 23:26:00 -0700

Recently verified rug is a craigslist bargain: Hand knotted Pande Cameron rug with timeless colors and great design being offered for just $975 on craigslist! RugRag.com Appraisal...

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Cheap eBay Rugs

David — Wed, 12 May 2010 22:35:00 -0700

Rug Rag Q&A I havent looked on ebay for quite a while for hand made rugs. I am finding that the prices on the rugs on ebay are unbelievably inexpensive...what's the deal? ...

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PARKING

David — Fri, 07 May 2010 09:07:00 -0700

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Oriental Rug Liquidators

David — Sat, 01 May 2010 20:10:00 -0700

The service we are providing to Oriental Rug Liquidators is an example of the benefits which members of the Rug Rag Associates programs receive. The Founders of Rug Rag have former...

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Expensive Agra Carpet Sells at Sotheby's

David — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 16:17:00 -0700

The first five months of 2010 has already yielded a record price for Antique rugs nearly two fold the previous record set just a few years ago. While the most recent record prices...

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Most Expensive Rugs and Carpets

David — Sat, 17 Apr 2010 16:12:00 -0700

Sold for a record $9.6 Million Above: A Kirman (Kerman) 'Vase Carpet' featured in Sotheby's sale 7845 lot 100 from Southeast Persia: A Mid-17th century in the size of...

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