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Handmade Turkish carpets are useful, functional objects as well as in- vestments for the future. When choosing among a wide range of exquisite carpets, the first criterion is falling in love at first sight. The carpet must fascinate and enrapture the buyer .However , quality is also very important, and that can vary greatly .A reputable and expert dealer carefully chooses beautiful high quality carpets and keeps an extensive stock. |
Expensive, antique carpets are beyond the reach of many people, and difficult to find. Every old carpet is not considered an antique piece and is not a collector's item. Both the buyer and seller of such antique carpets must be well informed. Antique carpets are difficult to export, as well as hard to find and appraise.
 For centuries, Turkish handmade
carpets have been produced using the same techniques, the same designs and the
same knotting system, and to day , there are as many varieties as before. The
carpets with the tightest knots, and displaying quality workmanship, are the
most valuable. Similar carpets may differ in quality .Reputable firms neither
produce, nor buy or sell loosely knotted, bulky carpets. |
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Because of the high quality carpets. marketed by such leading firms, the Iate 1900's has been another golden era for Turkish handmade carpets. A couple of generations Iater , contemporary high quality Turkish handmade carpets will be a valuable heirloom. Even a single carpet, matching in colour with the other furnishings in room, adds charm and creates a cosy atmosphere. |
