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DEL.ICIO.USMy 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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By Melissa
August 14, 2008 2:07 PM | Link to this
What a great find, Katie!!! We’re in the middle of renovation and will have hard surface (laminate) in the coming weeks (DIY projects abound!). I really want to have a hall runner and two rugs that are similar but different for the living and dining areas. With our menagerie of pets, we’re not going to put a big amount of money into the rugs. Maybe someday we will. You made an awesome choice! Did you get a great deal on it?? What are the dimensions??
By Katie Leslie
August 14, 2008 2:25 PM | Link to this
Melissa, sounds like you have some exciting changes happening in your home! This rug is 6.5 x 9 feet, and let’s just say I got it for less than $1,000. It’s slightly imperfect, too, which may account for the pricing.
By Melissa
August 14, 2008 4:12 PM | Link to this
Yes, exciting and NERVE-racking!
You made a great investment in something you will have for years to come and can pass on to the next generation in your family!