CU-1158 - Antique Oversize Persian Bakshaish Rug
11ft 06in X 17ft 04in
Bakshaish Rugs
Although there is no town of Bakshaish in the Heriz weaving area, the term has been applied to those antique carpets from the later 19th century with generally allover patterns, mellow colors, and semi-geometric drawing. The genre transitioned into the characteristic Heriz style by about 1900 and all real Bakshaish carpets are truly antique. Their often-soft tonalities make them ever popular in decorative circles and they have never gone out of fashion. The color schemes tend to be slightly softened by age and the dyes are from natural sources.
Vacuum your rug frequently and use a vacuum which uses suction and does not have bristles. If possible, set vacuum to low power setting and vacuum the rug up and down and do not use a back-and-forth motion.
If possible, rotate the rug every few years to allow foot traffic to be spread evenly and shade the rug from direct sunlight to avoid fading in areas.
A rug pad is recommended on all surfaces to prevent slipping and stop marking if on floors with grooves or lines. Professional cleaning is recommended every two or three years.
