Orley Shabahang Persian Carpets

Expressive and eye-catching, this week’s Inspiration Everywhere carpet is from Orley Shabahang’s Galaxy Collection titled Synergy. With inspirations from our expansive universe to the smallest atoms, Synergy is perhaps our designer Bahram Shabahang’s most iconic carpet design. Learn about how Bahram Shabahang joins traditional Persian weaving with modern contemporary demands and designs in this week’s blog!

With so many stunning pieces in Orley Shabahang’s Galaxy collection, deciding on this week’s Staff Pick was a tall order. Quasar is a stunning example of how truly intricate and complex our weaves are. Read how this Persian rug incorporates psychedelic illustrations with traditional Persian rug designs in this week’s Staff Pick Quasar.

With rich colors and unmatched durability, tribal carpets are meant to be used and look virtually new, even after years of use. Orley Shabahang’s tribal carpets continue to be one of our most popular collections to date, and we have something for everyone. Check out our website or stop into either of our locations today to see our selection!

From the magnificent medallion to the vibrant vegetable dyes, each aspect of this rug has meaning and importance. In addition to its beauty and symbolism, this week’s antique spotlight is also part of Baktari royalty. Check out this week’s blog post to learn why this Baktiari is so special and part of a special royal family.

Known as the Mongol Peace, this period in 13th and 14th-century Persia allowed the Silk Road to flourish with trade. During this time, the Ilkhanid dynasty in Persia was known for its large development of the textile industry. With the Silk Road running through Persia, the influence of Chinese design began to emerge through the incorporation of classic Persian designs. Look at this week’s blog to learn more about how the classic butterfly design was influenced by the Silk Road.

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