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Here is a list of useful links that permit you to view the full range of our NYICS exhibitors' products and services on their own websites. Please contact them directly.

     Woven Legends is a pioneer in the return to natural dyes and handspun yarn. Established in 1980, we created an unprecedented model of cooperation for art and commerce to flourish in Eastern Turkey. Our production of handknotted carpets and tapestries extends to India, Romania and China.

 

     When the company was established in 2001, we were at the forefront in introducing nomadic and tribal rugs from South Persia on a commercial scale. The company remains committed to bringing the best and most innovative tribal rugs to the market.

 

     Haynes Robinson is nationally renowned as a designer of innovative new products. Haynes has traveled the world establishing carpet productions and now introduces a premiere line from Iran. Sahar was conceived as a synthesis of modern design and primitive culture -- the designer's rare sense of color and pattern fulfilled by artisan weavers of Qashqa'i tribes in remote southern Iran.  His "form from color" approach uses color as the fundamental design element and allows the utmost flexibility in expression and interpretation.

 
 Founded in 1994, the Tamarian company has grown to become one of the leading importers of Tibetan rugs in the United States. One of its principal achievements is its extensive range of over 200 program designs. These include contemporary, traditional and transitional lines.  In addition, Tamarian is one of the leading producers of custom Tibetan rugs, providing an essential resource to retailers and the design trade for special orders.  Custom rugs can be made in any size, color and design that the imagination can conceive.

At Kooches the integrity of each carpet is the primary concern. All the painstaking steps made in their extremely labor intensive production are made with the intent to make the best carpet possible. The same fantastic wool, expertly created vegetable dyes, and gentle hand processing is used for all of the company’s knotted and woven carpets. Kooches’ expertise in developing unique weaves and textures enables the production of five unique knotted qualities and five different woven qualities. Tom DeMarco is the design force at the firm, which was launched in 2002 and debuted at the 2007 New York International Carpet Show. He has over 20 years experience including numerous years at Odegard, Inc. and Tufenkian Tibetan Caarpets.

     John Kurtz, designer and producer of New Moon, is a nationally recognized expert in the complex field of Oriental rugs. Through his PBS series, John has introduced millions of viewers to the world of Oriental rugs. Each rug in the collection is an original design. A trained artist, John sketches and paints eachrug design before they are handwoven in Nepal from the most spectacular materials in the world -- handspun 100% Tibetan wool and, in a select few, luxurious Chinese silk. As a founding member of the RUGMARK foundation, New Moon works to abolish illegal child labor. New Moon was founded in 1993 and is a small, family-owned company dedicated to the highest standard of design and workmanship.

 

 

     We are based in Los Angeles and are third generation rug producers and weavers from Afghanistan. We started our production in 1997and specialize in decorative reproductions using hand-spun wool and natural dyes.Our goal is to recreate the old classic decorative rugs and add our own personal touch. We are currently working on line of contemporary rugs which are designed by one of my brothers Jawid Ahmadi. The unique part of the contemporary line is that it’s woven in Afghanistan which is very unusual. Since we also sell retail, we have the advantage of seeing new trends and colors. Our goal is to produce little, but produce good.

 

 

Dennis Dodds, owner of the New York International Carpet Show, greets buyers at the 2007 trade event in Manhattan.

     STILE BK is an Italian brand of custom made Tibetan carpets founded in 2004 by Behrouz Kolahi.  The brand is a culminationof twenty years of experience in the field of Textile Design.  Our carpets are handmade in Nepal using ancient Tibetan techniques and each is individually designed and made to measure, presenting our customers an assortment of over 500 projects, selecting from over 300 colors.  We only use natural colors and materials in our designs, including wool, silk, nettle, and other natural fibers. Our handmade, customized, contemporary rugs combine traditional weaving methods with modern style.

 

 


CARAVAN RUG CORPORATION info@caravanrug.com  

 Experienced dealers in prized antique carpets for many years, Caravan Rugs introduced the Bamyan Collection – superb handmade reproductions of fashionable 17th and 18th century carpets with palettes that reflect today’s taste. Patterns reflect classic designs that decorated princely palaces along the legendary Silk Road. Crafted by skilled Afghani weavers, these rugs use time-honored techniques, such as handspun mountain wool rich in lanolin and enlivened by vegetal dyes.  Showrooms are located in Los Angeles and Atlanta and there is a national network of Caravan dealers. Designers have access to the company’s expertise and custom weaving capability for their projects.

 

     For twenty-five years, Asia Minor Carpets has been producing fine handwoven carpets exclusively in Turkey, using natural dyes and

handspun wool. We have a wide range of designs based on classic themes and traditional tribal patterns. Contemporary looks are also available. We offer custom-designed carpets in large sizes.

 

    Building on three generations of experience in the rug industry, Azad USA has established a reputation as the quality importer of Oriental rugs from around the world, including Iran, Pakistan, Turkey, China and Europe. They also sell magnificent silk carpets. Located on the West Coast, with operations in the Middle East, Europe and the United States, Azad USA provide the trade with fine quality rugs at highly competitive prices, meeting the needs of designers and retailers with hand woven masterpieces that represent both traditional and contemporary styling. Recent arrivals with stunning and stylish color combinations were highlighted at the 2006 show.

PACIFIC COLLECTION tloom@qwest.net  

The Pacific Collection was established in 1997. Our lines are hand-woven in the villages around Central and Northern Afghanistan with hand-spun wool using natural dyes and traditional weaving methods. The Sina Collection is our Standard Weave produced in Central Afghanistan and has 85-95 knots per square inch. The Aryan Collection is our Fine Weave from Northern Afghanistan, with 140-150 knots per square inch. Our designs are re-creations of highly collectible antique rugs such as Heriz, Feraghan Sarouk, Bijar, Oushak, Sultanabad, Tabriz, Serapi, and other tribal weavings. They are made in sizes 3x5 through 12x16 feet, runners, squares and some odd sizes.

THE CREATIVE TOUCH www.creativetouchrugs.com

The Creative Touch specializes in high-end antique reproductions of Persian designs and selected examples of the remarkably refined Moghul carpets from India. These carefully studied designs represent their true origins by using handspun wool and natural vegetable dyes. The Samsun Collection is a work of art reflecting characteristics of the 16th, 19th, and early 20th century Tabriz, Tabriz “Vase”, Safavid, and Hadji Jalili carpets. Zara represents the mystical, primitive looks of the 19th century Bakshaish, Mahal and Heriz carpets. The structure and the weaving technique are just like the originals.

TIBET RUG COMPANY www.tibetrugcompany.com

 Tibet Rug Company emerged in 1991 with a clear vision to unite indigenous Tibetan weaving techniques with contemporary design & create a versatile collection of truly unique area rugs. Hand-spun and hand-knotted in Nepal from the finest hand-carded 100% Tibetan wool, Tibet Rug Company’s award-winning rugs are borne of pure craftsmanship. Distinctive color palettes and original patterns appeal to a broad range of North American tastes.  Rugs are programmed in sizes from 2x3 to 10x14 plus 8’ and 10’ runners, rounds and custom sizes.

THE ABADJIAN COLLECTION John@Abadjian.com

The Abadjian Collection is a primary contemporary source for historical carpet art. The scope and intensity of the firm’s hand weaving enterprise rivals that of the Savonnerie looms founded in 1673. The Poetry in Action Collection by Berdj Abadjian contains hand knotted blends of wool and cotton, combining the soft hand of an antique with durability. Unique textures are a hallmark of their creative approach and they offer a range of designs from Bessarabian and Cuenca to geometric. Specializing in custom orders of existing Abadjian designs, sizes and weaves -- as well as antique reproductions -- they offer an extensive stock program in sizes 6x9 to 12x15 and larger, with four weave qualities in over 400 current designs and unlimited color options.

TIBETANO info@tibetano.com

Since its start in 2000, Tibetano has made an indelible mark in the ever changing Modern rug industry. With designs that are both contemporary and timeless. The company is represented in some of the top showrooms in the country. Innovations in color, along with prolific product development, position Tibetano designs at the forefront of the rug market. Since its start in 2000, Tibetano has made an indelible mark in the ever changing Modern rug industry. With designs that are both contemporary and timeless. The company is represented in some of the top showrooms in the country. Innovations in color, along with prolific product development, position Tibetano designs at the forefront of the rug market.

J.D. STARON www.jdstaron.com
 

J.D. Staron Galleries creates and imports unique floor-coverings for all types of projects. Their design studio offers services to designers and decorators who want to customize a carpet from an existing library of patterns, or to develop something completely new from cutting edge materials and textures. The goal is to offer rugs and tapestries that express innovative weaving techniques, coloration and texture, yet are not isolated from the rich history and tradition of rug weaving.  Trade-only showrooms are located in New Canaan and at 969 Third Avenue in New York City. Each of their creations is made under the company’s direct supervision. 

CARAVAN CLASSICS nic@caravanclassics.com

Caravan Classics was founded in 2000 and focuses on a quality oriented, limited edition production that specializes in the re-creation of classical Chinese & traditional East Turkestan designs. They also develop a more contemporary line based on antique Chinese silk textiles. The company is motivated by the prospect of creating new rugs that rival in spirit a few dozen masterpieces that have left an indelible mark on the antique carpet industry. Each aspect of the carpet making process is carefully monitored to accomplish this exacting goal. Top quality materials, highly skilled Chinese weavers and some of the world’s most noteworthy classic designs all play a part in arriving at a unique carpet that the company believes is a masterpiece in its own right.

OTHER LINKS THAT YOU MIGHT FIND USEFUL: 

www.icoc-orientalrugs.org 

International Conference on Oriental Carpets: Excellent educational source for conferences, exhibitions, tours; you can buy beautiful and useful reference books on Oriental rugs.

www.acor-rugs.org
American Conference on Oriental Rugs: every two years in the USA. Great exhibits and hands-on discussions about mostly tribal & village rugs.
www.rugidea.com
A useful trade site for modern Persian handmade carpets.
www.spongobongo.com
a huge site, with an amazing amount of content related to mainly antique Oriental rugs of collectible quality.
www.rugandcarpets.com
A trade site for carpets from various countries.
www.HALI.com
The leading magazine on the art, history and business of Oriental rugs. Exquisitely produced in London.
www.hf-usa.com/domotex 
Organizers of major trade fairs including Domotex, the vast carpet shows, in Germany and Dubai.
www.oriental-carpets.com
A good site for finding oversized carpets.
www.madayancarpets.com
This company in Zurich has many antique carpets for sale.
www.jozan.net
A rich and varied platform for just about everything in the Oriental carpet world.
www.ORRAINC.com
A trade association, Oriental Rug Retailers of America, whose members are dedicated to high standards of business practice.
www.RugInsider.com
An excellent magazine serving the Oriental carpet industry mostly in the USA; a reliable source of up-to-date trade information.
www.RugArt.org
This site focuses on carpet weaving in Iran, including artistic, historic and cultural aspects. Other related articles appear, such as 'Rugs in Orientalist Paintings.'
www.RugNews.com
A newsy site with current trade events and personalities in the modern carpet industry.
www.naturalhomerugs.com 
Direct importer and manufacturer of natural fiber area rugs in sisal, seagrass. bamboo and jute. 
www.OrientalCarpets.com
The website of Paul Shaper Productions, a company that offers essential marketing and design services to the carpet industry, such as calendars, postcards, direct-mail, etc.