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Spring has finally arrived in the Northeast. After a few late winter storms we are enjoying the bright sun and warm weather. With the warmer weather comes more antique rugs on the market, whether they are at yard sales or flea markets. Needless to say Spring is one of my favorite seasons. One of the biggest flea markets in our area, the Brimfield Fair is coming up in May. It is a great source for antique rugs and basically any antique and vintage item you could think of.  Meanwhile we have been picking up some real beauties. These two are...

Generally speaking, a handmade Persian rug is made from natural materials. Over the many centuries Persian rugs have been made there are many different materials used. The materials used in weaving greatly depend on where the rug is made and who in particular is making the rug. Wool is one of the most common materials used in rug weaving. Often, rugs are made entirely of wool. Meaning, both the foundation threads and the pile are made from sheep's wool. In antique rugs this wool was dyed with natural plant and animal sources such as leaves of a flower or crushed...

Despite the crazy snow storms our area has been getting we have been adding some really beautiful rugs to the site. The jewel tones in the Antique Shiraz rug below are truly special. This rug has very heavy wear throughout, but the quality of the materials and weave are superb. This rug measures 7' 4 x 10' 4. Check it out here > The antique Persian Kurdistan rug pictured below is Mike's new favorite in our shop. This stunner has a solid weave and was built to last with a soft pile and attractive all-over design. Browse more photos of...

The average price at JessiesRugs.com for a 4x6 Persian rug is around $400. This price does vary depending on quality, age, design and several other factors. Variables Affecting the Prices of Persian Rugs There is quite a wide price range in the Oriental rug market, much like there is for fine art. The most expensive Persian rug ran for nearly $34 million dollars. The typical buyer shouldn't expect to pay millions of dollars for a Persian rug. Rugs selling at that level are usually being bought by private collectors. The price you pay depends on a variety of factors including: condition,...

If you are looking to give your bathroom a makeover, or maybe you are ready to replace that old shag rug, the following 5 rugs are my top picks for turning your bathroom into something really fantastic. 1. A Blue Art Deco Nichols Chinese rug, 2' 4 x 4' 6 The perfect size for in front of a vanity, this rug features a thick, plush wool pile and some really unusual vegetation motifs in bright highlight colors.   2. A Persian Prayer Rug, 3' 2 x 5' 5 This beautiful prayer rug features a tree of life motif leading to a...