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We feature here a selection of highly desirable Chinese carpets. These beautifully hand knotted woollen pieces are more often than not in shades of blue, ivory and yellow. Chinese Ningxia Carpet 505cm x 323cm Circa 1850 £15,000 This carpet from the …

We are pleased to showcase three exceptional woollen Gallery Carpets, all of which have great appeal and are in their original condition. Caucasian Karabagh Carpet Circa 1880 584cm x 200cm Persian Bidjar Carpet Circa 1880 492cm x 248cm Persian Fereghan …

Featured here is a collection of French 19th century Aubusson tapestry woven rugs chosen for their beauty and finesse. The exquisite floral designs, often in pastel colours have returned to fashion in todays decorative homes.    

Caucasian Rugs and Carpets Complementing the most modern setting, a fine-looking Caucasian rug is rich in colour and texture. Known for the geometrical design, a rug of this nature is simultaneously contemporary and authentic. The well balanced patterns are extremely …

(Information based on English Needlework Carpets, 16th – 19th century by M. J. Mayorcas, 1963) Dating back to the 16th century, the craft of English Needlework is defined as embroidery carried out in either wool, silk or other thread worked …

INDIAN AGRA CARPETS The production of rugs in India dates back as far as the 16th century however these pieces became better known with the expansion of the British Empire into India in the 19th century. The British rule led to an …

Bessarabian rugs descend from the region off the western shore of the Black Sea that has been a part of both Romania, Moldova and the Ukraine, depending on the political situation of the time. Bessarabian rugs are almost always flat …

We at C. John have had the privilege to attend the BADA Fair this week and what a wonderful exhibition it was, featuring beautiful antiques and contemporary art. The BADA Fair is the showcase for members of the British Antique Dealers’ Association, …