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Thursday, August 14, 2008
My first Persian rug
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
I’m officially an adult: I bought my first true Persian rug.
You’d think my first mortgage payment would’ve given me such a grown-up sense of pride, but no — it was this rosey-red, brown, turquoise, cream and dark brown hand-knotted rug made some time ago in Tabriz, Iran. It’s somewhat worn, but I like its aged look and have more than once thought it will be with me for decades to come.
But despite all the years my mother took me to rug dealers and my own appreciation of their beauty, it wasn’t until last weekend at the Scott Antique Market that I observed the dramatic difference between the light and dark side of the rug.
Standing at one end, a rug can seem muted and pale, while walking around to the other side gives a richer, deeper look. I currently have the light side of my new rug facing oncoming traffic, but will switch it out in the winter for a homier feel.
How often do you rearrange your rugs for a design effect? Do you have any rugs inherited from your elders? Are you interested in knowing its origin, or just glad to have those hardwoods covered?
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