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Rugs.net • The Knowledge Series The World of Persian Rugs:History, Craft & Style From Nomadic Origins to the Royal Court Loom A complete guide to the most enduring textile art in human history When most people think of rugs, the Orient comes to mind instinctively. Nobody associates the word “carpet” with France or Scandinavia. That association with the East is entirely natural and well-founded: it is in Persia, the Caucas...

Rugs.net  ·  The Buyer’s Guide Persian Rugs vs. Oriental RugsWhat Is the Actual Difference? Both terms appear everywhere. Most people use them interchangeably. They are not the same thing, and understanding the difference will change how you shop for a rug forever. Walk into any rug store and you will encounter both terms within minutes. A sales tag might read “authentic Persian rug” next to one that rea...

Rugs.net  ·  The Direct Importer Guide A $50 Rug vs. a $5,000 RugWhat You Are Actually Buying The honest difference between a machine-made rug and a genuine handmade Persian or oriental rug. Why the price gap is not just real, but rational. Walk into a big-box furniture store and you will find a 8 x 10 rug for $79. Walk into Rugs.net and you will find a handmade Persian rug of the same size for $1,800. Walk into a fine ga...