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    EXPLORE THE ORIGINS OF YOUR CREATIVITY.

     The Art of Rug Weaving (Class for 3 nights)

Join master Craftsman, Hayk Oltaci, for a workshop of three evenings this June in Long Island City at Hayko Fine Rugs and Tapestries. Learn the art of rug weaving and discover the ancient art of rug making!

When: Classes start the second week of June 2017 (Tuesday & Wednesday).

*  June: 13;  Tuesday,      7:00pm – 9:00pm

*  June: 14;  Wednesday,  7:00pm – 9:00pm

*  June: 20; Tuesday,     7:00pm – 9:00pm

Where: Hayko Fine Rugs and Tapestries 43-01 21st Street, Unit 110F Long Island City, NY 11101

Price: $200.00/per person, Includes instruction and materials.

Weaving Loom kit includes:

* Weaving frame

* Pick-up stick

* Yarn needle

* Weaving warp and weft

* 3 Different Colored Yarn

You will learn the ABCs of vertical rug weaving, including terms such as warp and weft, techniques such as knotting and the basics of design. You will discover how to weave a rug in your own design. You will actually practice the art of rug making by weaving a small rug of your own using the loom and materials provided to each participant. This is an exciting opportunity to learn how rugs have been made for thousands of years from an experienced teacher who will carefully guide you at every stage.

Enjoy traditional music & tea while learning how to weave a traditional rug on your own loom! Everyone leaves with their own mini rug. All materials and supplies provided. All ages welcome.

The Art of Rug-Weaving During A Special One-Day Workshop.

Join Master-Craftsman Hayk Oltaci, for a day-long workshop on March 25, 2017, at Hayko Fine Rugs and Tapestries, Long Island City, NY. Learn the art of rug weaving and discover the ancient art of rug making!

When: Saturday, March 25, 2017, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Where: Hayko Fine Rugs and Tapestries

43-01 21st Street, Unit 110F, Long Island City, NY 11101

Cost: $200.00 per person

Includes instruction and materials. You keep your weaving-loom kit, weaving frame, pick-up stick, yarn needle, weaving warp and yarn. Lunch is included.

LURI BAKHTIARI

3’5” x 7’2”

This antique Luri Bakhtiari rug was woven in the Luristan province of western Persia, circa 1910s. There are several characteristics that make this rug an exquisite piece of art. First of all, despite curvilinear floral design combinations of traditional Persian rugs, this rug is decorated with geometric patterns. Although Persian Heriz and Serapi rugs are considered geometric in patterns, those are apparently stylized floral designs, while the motifs in this rug appear to be strictly geometric and encompass many characteristics of Caucasian rugs.

Against this background, close examination reveals that the distinctive designs of this rug are derived from a creative combination of Persian and Caucasian motifs. For example, the two octagonal medallions on the abrashed-blue main field have the feel of Caucasian designs, yet the inside of each is decorated with Persian stylized-floral patterns. One of the two remaining medallions in the middle is inspired by Persian “Shah-Abbas pattern,” and the other by Caucasian diamond pattern. The rest of the main field is decorated with trees, flower plants, palmettes, rosettes, diamonds, and stars, all of which bear the combination of Persian and Caucasian elements.

Another appealing characteristic of this rug is that it has two equally-balanced primary borders instead of one; and, no secondary borders. Only thin barber-pole patterns surround the borders. The white ground of the outer border amplifies the rich colors and exquisite designs of the main field. In fact, it makes us realize that this Luri Bakhtiari rug is created through the rendition of the legendary Persian garden design with Caucasian artistic sensitivity.

This is an exceptional gem for anyone who appreciates the beauty and the value of antique Oriental rugs.

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For more information about this exquisite rug, as well as for our ultimate expert service in hand cleaning and repair of your rugs, please contact Hayko by calling at  212-219-8257; (also 24-hour answering service at 212-717-5400); or by E-mail: info@hayko.com.

Sincerely,

Hayko