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Antique Rugs are the Latest Trend
Many designers and design publilcations are saying antique rugs are the hottest thing right now in the home decor market. Fancy resorts, hotels and other high end destinations are all jumping on the band wagon.
Rugs which many consider a precious investment, due to thier age and value, are now found in the hippest interior designs.
Why are they so valueable?
Hand woven carpets such as these are a living history, recording memorable people and events. Passed down from generation to generation as family hierlooms, these antique rugs are an important part of world culture. Some consider them their most prized posessions, since these antique carpets are works of art which have several pratical uses. Skilled craftsmen and designers spend hours weaving intricate patterns and images into them. No wonder they have been used like currency for thousands of years. One of our oldest artforms, described in writings of the ancient Egyptians and Marco Polo. Hand woven rugs are made by many different cultures across the globe from South America to Asia. Although, unlike many art forms, they have stood the test of time, with some being over two thousand years old.
A Brief History of Antique Rugs from Europe
During the rule of the Muslim Moors between the 8th and 13th centuries, Europe was introduced to rug weaving primarily through Spain. The travels of Marco Polo and Spanish embassies to Venice were mainly responsible. The two most notable styles to originate from Europe are the French Savonnerie and Aubusson styles of the 17th and 18th centuries.
French Savonnerie, established in Paris(1628), produced ornate rugs primarily for use in palaces, special order and royal request. Traditional artists were overseeing the production of rug orders, so their influence is highly visible. Scenes from the Savonnerie antique rugs depict the glories of the age, floral garlands, naturalistic flowers and ornamental motifs. Antique rugs with romantic scenes of medieval times also are typical of the latter part of this era.
Antique rugs of the Abusson style, rumored to have begun in the 8th century, were formally established in 1743, with the advent of a royal rug and carpet factory. The initial productions from this factory were reproductions of key Turkish and Smyrna rugs. Also, designs were less intricate and expensive than those produced in Savonnerie. Later, a new style was implemented here, based off of Savonerie, to be less distracting.
A Brief History of Antique Rugs from India
During the 16th century, Humayan, the son of the first Moghul Shah, was exiled to Persia by an Afgan revolt ten years after the death of his father Babur. During his nine year stay he developed a taste for Persian art, and upon his return to India he brought with him two reputable Persian artists. Well known for their paintings, here these Persian artists established the Moghul school of painting which blended their styles with that of the Indians.
This was the basis for Humayan's son Akbar to encourage the development of fine arts and artistic industries. The earliest recorded evidence of rug production came at this time, praising Akbar for nurturing artistic weaving and the arts in general.
Early antique Indian carpets and rugs feature free designs, with little symmetry. Floral and animal designs are a common theme, with some of the animals having several heads and devouring each other. Pictorial realism and Hindu mythology are both major characteristics of antique Indian rugs. Abstract symbols and dense ornamentation also distinguish antique Indian rugs from others.
Antique Indian rugs, reknown for their vibrant colors, were produced with their famous dyes. All the colors of the rainbow were extracted from their local flora. The local fauna produced the wool primarily used for weaving, although silk was readily available and used often.
In short, it is no wonder these ornate works of art are now on western designers minds. From beauty to usefullness and floor covering to wall decoration, antique rugs are here to stay.
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How can I find a reliable and honest antique appraiser?
My 91 y/o neighbor died in July '09. I just got a lot of antique items from her house. Her 'kids' ages early 70s asked if I wanted them. They don't have the time or patience to deal with appraising and selling. I have a bad taste in my mouth about dealers. I just to know what to look for in finding a reliable and honest appraiser.
Well, for one any honest and reliable appraiser will have some sort of credentials behind them, and will more than likely be a member of an appraisers group (Like the ISA, International Society of Appraisers). If they have nothing to back up that they are qualified (a appraisal degree), do not use them. They are not a legal expert or properly trained, no matter how much "experience" they claim to have. It's like going to a "doctor" who had never been to medical school.
Once you find a few qualified furniture appraisers, then you can meet with them, either in home or at their business front. Many will work in or own a antique or furniture shop, and will have a store front you can visit. Many will also be willing to come to your home to give a quote on how much the appraisal will be. And just because someone doesn't have a store front, doesn't mean if they have real qualifications, that you should disregard them. Being a independent appraiser is a highly profitable career, and many do not feel the need for a additional income from a store so they work from home. Be sure to ask each one about the rates and how they charge (by the hour, by the piece ect...), and request client references. And do check up on the client references to make sure they do their job right. After that, it is up to you to make the decision on what appraiser to use, based on qualifications, client references and fees.
Also, if you have anything outside of furniture that needs appraisal (like art, coins, sculptures, jewelry), you will have to find a different appraiser for those items. Appraisers specialize in a field, and don't have enough knowledge of market values and other items in general to appraise them
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