our oriental rug story

Oriental rugs have always been part of my life, from my early childhood in Iran through to the present day. Like many Iranians, rug-making has been a cultural hobby and tradition in my family for generations, and I fell in love with the artistic combination of colors, forms, and textures while watching my mother and grandmother knotting rugs at home. That artistry connects directly to the emotions—not only through color and form, but through tactile sensation.

Hand-knotted rugs are artisan in nature, and each is unique, with a singular combination of materials, dyes, designs, and skill. The very best examples take on a mysterious, even mythical quality that transcends the materials and even the craftsmanship involved. In the course of thirty years, I’ve seen countless variations and combinations of these components that range from the simple to the sublime. But it wasn’t until recently that I felt ready to begin to interpret other art forms using the traditions and techniques of the rug-making world.

It has been a great privilege to work with each artist on this project. I am incredibly proud of the collection and happy to share it with the world. The extraordinary quality of these rugs is a reflection not only of the quality and character of the artists and their work, but of the demanding and immensely satisfying work of bringing each collection to life. It is the best work of my career and I am honored to have worked with each artist to make it a reality.