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Native American (Navajo) Woven Art

Native American (Navajo) Woven Art

Posted by The Persian Knot Gallery on Nov 25th 2021

The artwork of the Native American Tribes is very different for each region of the country. Most pieces have functional value but the artist takes time and interest in creating something not only fun … read more
French Aubusson Tapestry Pillows

French Aubusson Tapestry Pillows

Posted by The Persian Knot Gallery on Nov 21st 2021

The art of weaving rugs is thought to have been introduced to Europe by Middle Eastern weavers in the 8th century initially through Spain and then moved north to other parts of Europe. In France, the … read more
Textile Treasure from the Art Institute of Chicago

Textile Treasure from the Art Institute of Chicago

Posted by The Persian Knot Gallery on Nov 17th 2021

At the Persian Knot Gallery, we celebrate the art and the artisans from around the world that create wonderful pieces that are not only beautiful but also functional. We have a number of very fine han … read more
Repairing Damaged Rug Fringes

Repairing Damaged Rug Fringes

Posted by The Persian Knot Gallery on Nov 7th 2021

The day-to-day heavy vacuuming of area rugs could permanently damage the rug especially the fringes. To prevent this, rugs should be vacuumed gently and the vacuum cleaner should be kept at least 6 i … read more
How Often Handwoven Rugs Should be Vacuumed?

How Often Handwoven Rugs Should be Vacuumed?

Posted by The Persian Knot Gallery on Nov 6th 2021

We are often asked “Is vacuum cleaner safe for handwoven rugs?” or “How often should I vacuum my rug?”. At the Persian Knot Gallery, we recommend using the vacuum cleaner not more than once a month on … read more