One of the most asked questions we receive is: "I want to buy an antique oriental rug but don't know where to start and what to look for". So with that in mind we have decided to tackle this question head on! First of all, one needs to understand that antique rugs and carpets are collectible items. They are sought after by collectors, dealers, interior designers and private clients. They are magnificent works of art and as the years go by they are becoming rarer. So let's start with the basics - in order for a rug to be considered "antique" it needs to be at least 80 years old this is contrast to paintings or furniture which need to be over 100 years old. The simple explanation is that rugs are expected to be used & walked on not just looked at (since most people will never walk on a Wassily Kandinsky painting, chances are that it will survive for a longer period of time).

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