Collectors who value the authentic product will restrict their collection to hand made products made of only the traditional natural fibers, wool, cotton and silk. True aficionados of oriental rugs appreciate the time honored traditions that were the genesis of this art form. There are cheap imitations, but they will not last for generations to come and are not acceptable to collectors.
The natural fibers wool, cotton and silk were used in the early years in part because synthetic fabrics did yet exist. These fibers grabbed the color of dye which helped artisans produce vivid and intricate designs. The very ancient rugs are preserved in museums and shielded from damaging effects of light and air. The ability of these works of art to survive for centuries is truly amazing.
Wool is a strong fabric that was and is readily available. Cotton makes a solid foundation for the rug, as it can be very tightly woven. Silk may be considered the top of the line since silk is more expensive. A silk rug is beautiful but may not be as durable as a rug woven from wool. Often silk rugs are used as wall hangings rather than floor coverings. These are highly treasured possessions.
Everything was done by hand in the early years for the simple reason that machines had not been invented yet. A spinning wheel would spin the natural fibers into yarn. In time, the spinning machine was invented, which shortened the production time significantly and made the product less costly. However, spinning wheels are used to this day to create hand woven works of art.
Before synthetic dyes were invented, the artisans were restricted to color choices that occurred in natural products. Now with synthetic dyes the color palette is virtually unlimited. This allows for designs that are even more intricate. The weaver uses colors much like an artist uses paints to create his or her own vision.
The spinning of yarn is only the first step. Next the yarn is woven onto a loom to create the rug. Some looms are horizontal, while others are vertical. Smaller works are created on the horizontal looms which limit the size of a rug the the length of the loom. Thankfully, vertical looms allow versatility in the size of a rug, as completed sections can be moved to make room for continued weaving.
The price range for an oriental rug ranges from a few hundred dollars to several thousands of dollars. The less expensive rugs may be practical for everyday use, but are considered to be of lesser quality. The fabric is usually synthetic and most certainly not hand woven with the less costly product. The quality of dye used may not be able to stand the test of time. The rug can still be beautiful, but it may be considered less authentic.
Collectors value the authenticity of an oriental rug. They prefer the traditional hand woven rug that is made with only natural products. For everyday use, the more inexpensive rug may be more practical. Even a rug produced with a spinning machine and synthetic dye will add beauty to your home.
The natural fibers wool, cotton and silk were used in the early years in part because synthetic fabrics did yet exist. These fibers grabbed the color of dye which helped artisans produce vivid and intricate designs. The very ancient rugs are preserved in museums and shielded from damaging effects of light and air. The ability of these works of art to survive for centuries is truly amazing.
Wool is a strong fabric that was and is readily available. Cotton makes a solid foundation for the rug, as it can be very tightly woven. Silk may be considered the top of the line since silk is more expensive. A silk rug is beautiful but may not be as durable as a rug woven from wool. Often silk rugs are used as wall hangings rather than floor coverings. These are highly treasured possessions.
Everything was done by hand in the early years for the simple reason that machines had not been invented yet. A spinning wheel would spin the natural fibers into yarn. In time, the spinning machine was invented, which shortened the production time significantly and made the product less costly. However, spinning wheels are used to this day to create hand woven works of art.
Before synthetic dyes were invented, the artisans were restricted to color choices that occurred in natural products. Now with synthetic dyes the color palette is virtually unlimited. This allows for designs that are even more intricate. The weaver uses colors much like an artist uses paints to create his or her own vision.
The spinning of yarn is only the first step. Next the yarn is woven onto a loom to create the rug. Some looms are horizontal, while others are vertical. Smaller works are created on the horizontal looms which limit the size of a rug the the length of the loom. Thankfully, vertical looms allow versatility in the size of a rug, as completed sections can be moved to make room for continued weaving.
The price range for an oriental rug ranges from a few hundred dollars to several thousands of dollars. The less expensive rugs may be practical for everyday use, but are considered to be of lesser quality. The fabric is usually synthetic and most certainly not hand woven with the less costly product. The quality of dye used may not be able to stand the test of time. The rug can still be beautiful, but it may be considered less authentic.
Collectors value the authenticity of an oriental rug. They prefer the traditional hand woven rug that is made with only natural products. For everyday use, the more inexpensive rug may be more practical. Even a rug produced with a spinning machine and synthetic dye will add beauty to your home.
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