{"id":11280,"date":"2024-01-15T15:54:52","date_gmt":"2024-01-15T18:54:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/figalli.com\/orientacoes-para-com\/the-art-of-hanging-antique-rugs-on-walls\/"},"modified":"2024-01-22T11:13:16","modified_gmt":"2024-01-22T14:13:16","slug":"the-art-of-hanging-antique-rugs-on-walls","status":"publish","type":"orientacoes-para-com","link":"https:\/\/figalli.com\/en\/orientacoes-para-com\/the-art-of-hanging-antique-rugs-on-walls\/","title":{"rendered":"The Art of Hanging Antique Rugs on Walls"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Nowadays, it\u2019s increasingly common to find 19th-century artistic oriental rugs hanging on walls in place of or alongside paintings. Artistic rugs from the Second Golden Age of Persian Weaving are becoming rarer, especially as collectors begin to appreciate their artistic merit and unifying effects in their home interiors.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

They are still largely unknown as art. However, some people even remove their paintings and replace them with rugs, primarily Caucasian, for their enduring power and elemental, graphic nature. In modern settings, Caucasian rugs outperform contemporary art. When displayed as art, these pieces provide balance and harmony to the environment.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

The growth of rug collections has occurred because art lovers are attracted to the inviting value of antique rugs compared to other art forms and the scarcity of high-calibre rugs still available. At the same time, the unstable nature of contemporary art has led many to acquire rugs considered rare and unique art pieces, ensuring that their investments are secure to withstand the tests of time and art market fluctuations.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Collectors now recognise the profound emotional impact and unifying atmosphere that antique rugs have added to their residences. The combination of inspiring art, compatibility with contemporary decorations, and the impossibility of recreating these pieces produce a powerful attraction.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Hanging a rug has several advantages. It becomes more visible, making it easier to appreciate the details. Although it still needs to be cleaned, it suffers less wear and tear.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. Behind the bed\r\n<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/span>Hanging a rug behind the bed is the ideal scenario to combine a rug, as shown in this example. A carpet hung on the wall will also help with sound reverberation to keep the room quiet.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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    2. Double-height walls<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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    3. In place of other artworks<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

    A rug is a perfect alternative to conventional artwork, especially if it is a smaller rug. With adequate light, the carpet texture tends to be more highlighted if hung vertically than placed on the floor. This rug has a perfect artistic finish for the design of this living room and is more tactile than a painting.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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