8' x 10' Chinese Savonnerie Rug
Hand-knotted Savonnerie design rug made in China. This is a fine example of a French Savonnerie design with a stunning floral pattern.
Each oriental Chinese rug is one-of-a-kind, handmade and only one in our inventory.
Specifications:
Color: red, gold, grey
Style: Savonnerie
Material: wool
Origin: China
Size: 8' x 10'
Condition: excellent
How to Choose Oriental Rugs for Your Home
Oriental rugs offer a depth of history and level of craftsmanship unmatched by mass-produced rugs manufactured today. These one-of-a-kind rugs can add warmth and energy or calm tranquility to any space in your home.
However, choosing the right Oriental rug can be challenging if you’ve never purchased one before. We’ll walk you through what you should know.
What Constitutes an Oriental Rug?
Oriental rugs embody a tradition and shared history, rather than coming from a single place in the world. The term applies equally to a handcrafted Persian rug as it does to a Pakistani rug or a rug from India made in the traditional way. Some of the names you’ll find these authentic rugs sold under include:
• Jaipur rugs
• Afghan rug
• Kilim rugs
• Nepali rugs
• Turkey rug
What about Aubusson rugs? While they share some visual similarities in terms of patterns, these rugs originate in France and cannot be called Oriental rugs.
Colors and Dyes
When it comes to choosing a hand-knotted rug for your home, color is one of the more important places to start. You’ll find rugs in teal, as well as options for an Oriental rug in blue, an Oriental rug in red, and more. Choose a color that will complement the space where you’ll use it and tie it into your existing color scheme.
Patterning
All Oriental rugs have a rich pattern, although they can vary a lot in terms of depth and amount of decoration. The patterns will also vary from region to region. Choose a pattern that’s appealing to you, but that will also work well in your space.
Size
Size is a major consideration, whether you’re purchasing an Oriental rug, vintage Oushak rugs, or something else. For instance, if you’ll be using the rug in a narrow space, Oriental runner rugs will be better suited than classic rugs.
Make Sure It’s Authentic
Finally, make sure any Oriental rugs you might consider are genuine. They should be made with hand-spun yarn and colored with organic dyes. Vegetable dyes offer softer, more muted tones than what you’ll find with many of today’s Art Deco rugs or pile rugs. Genuine hand woven rugs should also feature a traditional pattern and knotted fringe.
Unsure if that Oriental rug is antique? Worried a hand-knotted rug you’re considering might not be the real deal? Check the backing. If it has plastic or synthetic backing, it’s not genuine. A true Oriental rug is hand knotted and has no backing material – the knots are plain to see.
When it comes to purchasing authentic rugs, it’s important to work with a trusted retailer. At Kurosh Persian Rugs we make sure to import our rugs directly from other nations and that they provide us with a guarantee of authenticity. We are highly knowledgeable about where each rug comes from, the materials used to craft it, the dyes used in coloring, as well as the history of the style.
Follow these tips and you’ll find choosing the right rug is easier than you might have thought, no matter where you want to use it.
Your Guide to Choosing an Antique Chinese Rug
When it comes to timeless rugs, few options can match the color and vibrancy offered by Chinese rugs. Incredibly detailed, gorgeously colored, and available in shapes and sizes to fit any room in the home, these one-of-a-kind rugs are popular around the world.
Of course, it can be daunting to choose a Chinese rug. This guide will help you make an informed decision and find a rug that will add life and beauty to your home for years to come.
1. Know what you want.
First, make sure that you want to purchase an Oriental Chinese rug. Don’t confuse these with Persian rugs, although they share some characteristics, such as detailed patterning.
Oriental rugs may or may not be designed and manufactured in China. The same term is used for kilim rugs made in Anatolia.
You should also not confuse an antique Chinese rug with an Aubusson rug, which is actually a style that originated in France.
2. Choose the right material.
Like other classic rugs, Oriental rug weavers make hand woven rugs from natural materials. Silk and wool are the two most common options.
While both can last for decades, wool is slightly more durable. Both types require special care and cleaning, as well, but silk should ideally be dry cleaned, while a Chinese wool rug can usually be cleaned at home.
3. Choose the colors that speak to you.
While your Chinese rug will offer bold coloring, make sure you choose a color combination that will work well in your home. Rugs with blue design elements, rugs in teal, red rug options, and even Art Deco Chinese rug choices are available.
4. Know why your rug costs what it does.
Fine rugs will always cost more than conventional pile rugs. That’s due to the amount of labor that goes into creating these rugs. However, even authentic rugs will vary in price based on the number of knots in the pattern.
The more detailed the design, the more knots there are, and the higher the price will be. So, you can choose boldly colored options, like Art Deco rugs, and pay less than for a rug that features a detailed floral pattern.
5. Know how to care for fine rugs.
Knotted rugs are made from handspun yarn made from natural fibers and use vegetable dyes. That means they don’t hold up well to harsh cleansers or steam cleaning. Make sure the retailer you purchase from can guide you when it comes to caring for your new rug.
With a little time and patience, you can compare your options and find the perfect option for your needs. Don’t rush your decision and make sure you shop with a reputable retailer that offers genuine rugs hand knotted by artisans.
Manual cleaning is recommended for these rugs and if your rug is heavily soiled or stained, you’ll need to have a professional cleaning for hand knotted rugs.
Kurosh Persian rugs can guide you when it comes to caring for your new rug. We also recommend that you put them in lower-traffic areas of the home to preserve them as much as possible.
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