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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

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

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

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

Most often vintage or antique handwoven rug is handed down from one generation to the next. The majority of the time, the new owner had no idea about the item. We recently had a new client bring a r … read more