A flat-woven decorative carpet originally produced in France, characterized by floral designs, medallions, and architectural elements in pastel colors. Traditional Aubussons were handwoven tapestries used by French nobility.
Carpet patterns and textures inspired by nature, designed to bring elements of the natural world into interior spaces. Part of the broader biophilic design movement that aims to increase occupant connectivity to the natural environment.
The "skirt": a supplementary band of design at one or both ends of a Turkmen rug, outside the main border, often woven in a deliberately different technique or pattern from the rest of the piece. Elems served practical roles on tent bags and animal trappings, and for collectors they are a fingerprint — the style of an elem helps attribute a piece to a specific tribe such as the Tekke, Salor, or Yomut.
Handmade rugs originating from Eastern countries including Persia (Iran), Turkey, Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, and China. Known for intricate designs, high knot counts, and traditional patterns. Oriental rugs are categorized by their region of origin, weaving technique, design elements, and materials, with each area producing distinctive styles that reflect local cultural traditions and artistic expressions.
Small rugs designed for Islamic prayer rituals, featuring a mihrab (arch) design that indicates the direction of Mecca. These rugs typically measure about 3'x5' and have distinctive architectural elements, including a prayer niche or arch at one end. Traditional prayer rugs from different regions have characteristic designs, colors, and motifs that reflect local cultural influences.