Posted on May 23rd, 2014 by Joshua Kebabian
WINDOW LEFT The handsome Kazak hanging in WINDOW LEFT measures 9.1 x 12.2. This piece was hand-knotted by Hazara women in northern Afghanistan using naturally dyed local handspun wool. “The word, “Kazak” means “rough-rider” and describes a race of restless, roaming, troublesome people. It is the original of the familiar name Cossack. Even though they adopted […]
Posted on April 22nd, 2014 by Joshua Kebabian
WINDOW LEFT The radiating Persian Gabbeh displayed in WINDOW LEFT measures 8.6 x 11. It was hand-knotted in southwest Iran by Kashkuli women, using handspun, vegetally dyed natural wool from their own sheep. “For Irish-born Clodagh, oriental and decorative rugs are a natural extension of her design philosophy, which emphasizes objects and surfaces that are […]
Posted on March 26th, 2014 by Joshua Kebabian
WINDOW LEFT Displayed in WINDOW LEFT is an exceptional Persian Heriz ca. 1925 measuring 9.5 x 12. 2. It was hand-knotted in northwest Persia by Azeri women, using handspun, vegetally dyed, local mountain sheep wool. A Heriz typically incorporates a central medallion (representing a window to heaven) and utilizes rectilinear lines giving a more primitive […]
Posted on March 11th, 2014 by Joshua Kebabian
Knowing How to Live “The world belongs to the enthusiast who keeps cool.” says William McFee. Is it possible to be both classy and cool? Absolutely! Notice how the design of the Heriz keeps the vibe of the room grounded and going – harmoniously binding the artwork, instruments, furniture, décor, etc. This stunning piece […]
Posted on March 8th, 2014 by Joshua Kebabian
WINDOW LEFT The stunning Heriz hanging in WINDOW LEFT measures 9.1 x 11.10. This piece was hand-knotted in northern Afghanistan by Turkmen women using handspun vegetally dyed local wool. This piece would have taken four women approximately 6 months to complete. This production is part of a cottage industry where the rugs are woven in […]
Posted on February 18th, 2014 by Joshua Kebabian
Is There Really the RIGHT “RUG” for me? Some people think so 🙂 Trust Yourself…Relax….Enjoy!!! Fear Not the Carpet! Kebabian’s “Home of the Most Beautiful Rugs” Come in and enjoy finding “YOUR” rug!
Posted on November 23rd, 2013 by Joshua Kebabian
WINDOW LEFT The enchanting Mamluk hanging in WINDOW LEFT measures 9.1 x 12.10. This piece was hand-knotted in southwest Turkey using handspun vegetally dyed wool. The Mamluks were descendants of the white slaves of the grand-nephew of Saladin and were gentlemen and scholars. “The Mamluks made Cairo and Damascus, their two capitals, homes of civilization, […]
Posted on November 6th, 2013 by Joshua Kebabian
WINDOW WATCH provides details of the latest gorgeous carpets gracing Kebabian’s windows in downtown New Haven. WINDOW LEFT The powerful Heriz hanging in WINDOW LEFT measures 9.7 x 12.2. This impressive piece was hand-knotted in northwest Persia by Azeri women using vegetal dyed, handspun, local mountain sheep wool. This formidable carpet bursts with a cornucopia of […]