A Persian rug is instantly recognizable. From its intricate floral pattern to its rich color palette, we all know (and love) the iconic style. It's a traditional design with a vast past that continues ...

While browsing at your local thrift store, you suddenly spot what you might think is a vintage Persian rug, but how do you ...

Ashkan Agahzadeh has been around rugs his entire life. A native of Tehran, Iran, Ashkan spent his childhood watching his mother and aunt spend years hand-knotting tapestries and carpets. He, along ...

From contemporary art to fashion and even music, the symbolism of the famous Persian rug pervades in many of aspects of modern life beyond interior decoration, says Joobin Bekhrad. Poetry, wine, and ...

Following is a transcript of the video. Hand woven with the finest materials including wool and silk, a single Persian rug can often take years and sometimes decades to create. A high-quality Iranian ...