The James River Rug Company

An exceptional, one of a kind silk, Turkish Hereke made by the famous Shirinian family. The signature is by the master weaver Avak Shirinian, one of the famous Shirinian brothers, who were part of the Suadiye (Kocaeli) workshop.

2 x 3. Hand woven with over 1200 knots per square inch. 100% Bursa silk on silk. Approximately 30 years old. Mint condition.

New Heriz carpet handmade in the north west region of Iran. Measures 2'7 x 5'9. This is from the EMOC production of the finest contemporary carpets in the world.

The wool for this rug came from sheep raised in the Zagros mountains in Iran . The wool is hand spun and then dyed utizilizing all natural vegetables and plants. It was then handwoven knot by knot by weavers whose ancestors passed down the skill and traditions so unique and special to their craft.

The finished rugs are washed only with water and soap. No chemicals are ever used

The weave in this rug is very tight and dense which will provide for decades of use and enjoyment.

Hand made in Iran. 100% Persian wool on cotton.

Persian Kashkuli from southwest Persia, handwoven by the same people whose tradition has lasted for centuries. From the production of carpets considered by serious dealers to be the best in the world. Made with hand spun wool from sheep raised in the Zagros Mountains and utilizing only all natural, organic dyes. These carpets are washed with only soap and water. The eclectic nature of the weave and design are indicative of the originality and authenticity of each rug. Made to last for generations using long piled wool and large knots.

An EMOC rug.

Persian Kashkuli from southwest Persia, handwoven by the same people whose tradition has lasted for centuries. From the production of carpets considered by serious dealers to be the best in the world. Made with hand spun wool from sheep raised in the Zagros Mountains and utilizing only all natural, organic dyes. These carpets are washed with only soap and water. The eclectic nature of the weave and design are indicative of the originality and authenticity of each rug. Made to last for generations using long piled wool and large knots.

2’7 x 4

An EMOC rug.

New Heriz carpet handmade in the north west region of Iran. Measures 6’9x9’5. This is from the EMOC production of the finest contemporary carpets in the world.

The wool for this rug came from sheep raised in the Zagros mountains in Iran . The wool is hand spun and then dyed utizilizing all natural vegetables and plants. It was then handwoven knot by knot by weavers whose ancestors passed down the skill and traditions so unique and special to their craft.

The finished rugs are washed only with water and soap. No chemicals are ever used

The weave in this rug is very tight and dense which will provide for decades of use and enjoyment.

Hand made in Iran. 100% Persian wool on cotton.

4'9 x 7'5
Circa 1960.
A wonderful example of a village woven carpet.
Note the eclectic nature of the design

New Persian Bidjar woven with the Harshang design. 4’1 x 5’5.

Hand woven by Kurds in northwestern Iran using the finest local hand spun wool from sheep raised on the slopes of the Zagros Mountains and utilizing all natural, organic dyes.

This carpet is from an exclusive production from the area of Bidjar The limited production is intended as a revival of antique Persian rugs. To keep the spirit of authenticity and originality, the same techniques that were used to make rugs centuries ago are copied. The looms are set in small homes in Bidjar and only experienced weavers who are talented in their art are hired. The weavers have been given freedom to create what they had inherited from their ancestors, making this group of carpets different than any other new rug production made today. No chemicals of any kind are used to wash or age the rugs in the finishing process. The finest hand spun wool and all natural dyes are used to assure that these durable carpets maintain their beauty and value throughout the aging process for decades to come.

An EMOC rug.

An EMOC rug.

NEW PERSIAN BIDJAR 3’11 x 5’6

New Persian Bidjar. 3’11 x 5’6

Hand woven by Kurds in northwestern Iran using the finest local hand spun wool from sheep raised on the slopes of the Zagros Mountains and utilizing all natural, organic dyes.

This carpet is from an exclusive production from the area of Bidjar The limited production is intended as a revival of antique Persian rugs. To keep the spirit of authenticity and originality, the same techniques that were used to make rugs centuries ago are copied. The looms are set in small homes in Bidjar and only experienced weavers who are talented in their art are hired. The weavers have been given freedom to create what they had inherited from their ancestors, making this group of carpets different than any other new rug production made today. No chemicals of any kind are used to wash or age the rugs in the finishing process. The finest hand spun wool and all natural dyes are used to assure that these durable carpets maintain their beauty and value throughout the aging process for decades to come.

An EMOC rug.

Vintage silk Turkish Hereke. Circa 1960. Very good condition. Wall hung. 2 x 3’4.

All Bursa silk pile on silk foundation.

New Persian Bidjar. 4 x 5’7.

Hand woven by Kurds in northwestern Iran using the finest local hand spun wool from sheep raised on the slopes of the Zagros Mountains and utilizing all natural, organic dyes.

This carpet is from an exclusive production from the area of Bidjar The limited production is intended as a revival of antique Persian rugs. To keep the spirit of authenticity and originality, the same techniques that were used to make rugs centuries ago are copied. The looms are set in small homes in Bidjar and only experienced weavers who are talented in their art are hired. The weavers have been given freedom to create what they had inherited from their ancestors, making this group of carpets different than any other new rug production made today. No chemicals of any kind are used to wash or age the rugs in the finishing process. The finest hand spun wool and all natural dyes are used to assure that these durable carpets maintain their beauty and value throughout the aging process for decades to come.

An EMOC rug.

Bidjar rug from an exclusive private production. Woven in a home in North West Persia. One of one left available for sale. Great wool, very rare “Turtle”design and rich natural dyes combine in a heavy, dense construction. “The Iron Rug”. 5-7″ x 7-10″;    Circa 2007

3’10 x 5’6

19th Century “Lion” design Persian Bidjar

Very thick, heavy rug.

Hand woven by Kurds in northwestern Iran using the finest local hand spun wool from sheep raised on the slopes of the Zagros Mountains and utilizing all natural, organic dyes.

This carpet is from an exclusive production from the area of Bidjar  The limited production is intended as a revival of antique Persian rugs. To keep the spirit of authenticity and originality, the same techniques that were used to make rugs centuries ago are copied. The looms are set in small homes in Bidjar and only experienced weavers who are talented in their art are hired. The weavers have been given freedom to create what they had inherited from their ancestors, making this group of carpets different than any other new rug production made today. No chemicals of any kind are used to wash or age the rugs in the finishing process. The finest hand spun wool and all natural dyes are used to assure that these durable carpets maintain their beauty and value throughout the aging process for decades to come.

An EMOC rug.

New Persian Bidjar. 3’3 x 5’2.

Hand woven by Kurds in northwestern Iran using the finest local hand spun wool from sheep raised on the slopes of the Zagros Mountains and utilizing all natural, organic dyes.

This carpet is from an exclusive production from the area of Bidjar The limited production is intended as a revival of antique Persian rugs. To keep the spirit of authenticity and originality, the same techniques that were used to make rugs centuries ago are copied. The looms are set in small homes in Bidjar and only experienced weavers who are talented in their art are hired. The weavers have been given freedom to create what they had inherited from their ancestors, making this group of carpets different than any other new rug production made today. No chemicals of any kind are used to wash or age the rugs in the finishing process. The finest hand spun wool and all natural dyes are used to assure that these durable carpets maintain their beauty and value throughout the aging process for decades to come.

An EMOC rug.

An EMOC rug.

Silk Qom. 3'3 X 5
100% Persian Silk.
Circa 1960.
Excellent condition.

Dramatic new, hand woven Persian Bidjar using hand spun wool and all natural, organic dyes. This magnificent carpet, woven by Kurds in northwestern Iran, represents the very finest of the best production of modern Persian carpets in the world. It took two women approximately 18 months to complete this wonderful example of woven art. 

Measures 8'9 x 12. 

Hand woven by Kurdish women in homes in Bidjar in northwestern Iran using the finest hand spun wool from local sheep raised on the slopes of the Zagros Mountains and all natural dyes. From the production of the finest contemporary carpets in the world.

This carpet is from an exclusive production from the area of Bidjar  The limited production is intended as a revival of antique Persian rugs. To keep the spirit of authenticity and originality, the same techniques that were used to make rugs centuries ago are copied. The looms are set in small homes in Bidjar and only experienced weavers who are talented in their art are hired. The weavers have been given freedom to create what they had inherited from their ancestors, making this group of carpets different than any other new rug production made today. No chemicals of any kind are used to wash or age the rugs in the finishing process. The finest hand spun wool and all natural dyes are used to assure that these durable carpets maintain their beauty and value throughout the aging process for decades to come

An EMOC rug.

3'7 x 6'9
New, genuine Persian Bidjar.
Harshang design.
This carpet is from the exclusive production from the area of Bidjar  The limited production is intended as a revival of antique Persian rugs. To keep the spirit of authenticity and originality, the same techniques that were used to make rugs centuries ago are copied. The looms are set in small homes in Bidjar and only experienced weavers who are talented in their art are hired. The weavers have been given freedom to create what they had inherited from their ancestors, making this group of carpets different than any other new rug production made today. No chemicals of any kind are used to wash or age the rugs in the finishing process. The finest hand spun wool and all natural dyes are used to assure that these durable carpets maintain their beauty and value throughout the aging process for decades to come.

$3800

Extremely fine, genuine hand knotted 100% silk Turkish Hereke. 50 years old, made with the finest Bursa silk in the world. Genuine silk Turkish Hereke carpets of this quality are very hard to come by. It is technically perfect in symmetry.

PERSIAN KASHKULI 5’6 X 7’6

Persian Kashkuli from southwest Persia, handwoven by the same people whose tradition has lasted for centuries. From the production of carpets considered by serious dealers to be the best in the world. Made with hand spun wool from sheep raised in the Zagros Mountains and utilizing only all natural dyes. These carpets are washed with only soap and water. The eclectic nature of the weave and design are indicative of the originality and authenticity of each rug. Made to last for generations using long piled wool and large knots.

An EMOC rug.

Persian Kashkuli from southwest Persia, handwoven by the same people whose tradition has lasted for centuries. From the production of carpets considered by serious dealers to be the best in the world. Made with hand spun wool from sheep raised in the Zagros Mountains and utilizing only all natural dyes. These carpets are washed with only soap and water. The eclectic nature of the weave and design are indicative of the originality and authenticity of each rug. Made to last for generations using long piled wool and large knots. An EMOC rug.

Persian Kashkuli from southwest Persia, handwoven by the same people whose tradition has lasted for centuries. From the production of carpets considered by serious dealers to be the best in the world. Made with hand spun wool from sheep raised in the Zagros Mountains and utilizing only all natural, organic dyes. These carpets are washed with only soap and water. The eclectic nature of the weave and design are indicative of the originality and authenticity of each rug. Made to last for generations using long piled wool and large knots.

An EMOC rug.

A beautiful example of an Afshar Bijar. P.R.J. Ford in "Oriental Carpet Design writes, "The finest Bijars, as it happens, are woven not by Kurds but by a small clan of Afshars who live to the north of Bijar around Tekab and Tekkenteppe. What excites us about the best Bijar carpets is that this originality is coupled with the highest technical quality….they are seen again and again in prime positions in oriental carpet exhibitions because they combine all the qualities that we prize in this field of art: practically indestructible construction, magnificent colors, fine weave and unpredictable and deeply expressive independence of design.

The Tekkenteppe Bidjar carpets are extremely rare to find. Collectors fortunate enough to own them hold them close due to their scarcity and originality.

circa 1950

P.R.J. Ford writes, “Bidgeneh is a village southwest of Zanjan , near Qoltuq, which specializes in fine, Bijar type designs in a double wefted construction. The weave can be very fine and the structure very tight, giving an outstanding result. The small output of this village is made almost entirely in dozer design.”

The pile of this Bidgeneh has been hand-knotted from high-quality virgin wool which is obtained through the gentle shearing of sheep. The weft and warp threads are made of cotton.

4’5 x 6’8. Circa 1950. Excellent condition. Rare.

P.R.J. Ford writes, “Bidgeneh is a village southwest of Zanjan , near Qoltuq, which specializes in fine, Bijar type designs in a double wefted construction. The weave can be very fine and the structure very tight, giving an outstanding result. The small output of this village is made almost entirely in dozer design.”

The pile of this Bidgeneh has been hand-knotted from high-quality virgin wool which is obtained through the gentle shearing of sheep. The weft and warp threads are made of cotton.

4’1 x 6’9. Circa 1950. Excellent condition. Rare. I have only come across two of these in over 35 years in the business.

Hand knotted by Afshars who live to the north of Bidjar around Tekab and Tekkenteppe. While most Bidjar rugs are woven by Kurds, this small Afshar clan is known for weaving some of the finest Persian Bidjars. Afshar Bidjars are woven in the Kurdish Bidjar tradition; the rugs are predominantly geometric, although they can be a little more flowery. Bidjars are known for their practically indestructible construction, fine weave, glorious colors and truly one-of-a-kind village designs. A very fine weave using baby lamb's or "kurk" wool. Herati or "fish" design. Circa 1960.

$3200

Wonderful, tightly woven floral Bidjar. Another example of a "European Flower" or "Gul-i-Frank" design. Hand woven in Bidjar in Iran.. Circa late 1950's.

Beautiful Persian Bidjar "pushti" hand woven in the 1930's. Perfect condition.

2'9 x 2'3

3'7 x 5 handmade Persian Josan Sarouk.

circa 1950 in mint condition.

Persian Kashkuli from southwest Persia, handwoven by the same people whose tradition has lasted for centuries. From the production of carpets considered by serious dealers to be the best in the world. Made with hand spun wool from sheep raised in the Zagros Mountains and utilizing only all natural, organic dyes. These carpets are washed with only soap and water. The eclectic nature of the weave and design are indicative of the originality and authenticity of each rug. Made to last for generations using long piled wool and large knots.

A wonderful example of a hand knotted "pushti" or mat woven in the Bidjar area. This mat exemplifies the originality and authenticity of the weaver's imagination. Bidjar weavers were never constrained by pattern limitations and felt free to express themselves borrowing multiple designs and motifs. This mat expresses the French influence of utilizing the bouquet of roses, but is done with a stylized geometry. Note also the use of the geometric boteh in the border. A very tight weave using kurk wool. Circa 1960

From the production of contemporary Persian Bidjar carpets considered to be the finest carpets in the world. Handmade by Kurds in the Bidjar area of northwestern Iran using hand spun, all naturally dyed wool from sheep raised in the Zagros Mountains. A very dense weave. Bidjar carpets are often referred to as “the Rug of Iron” because of their durable, board- like construction.

2’9’ x 9’10

An EMOC rug.

A mint condition Persian short runner made in the city of Rudbar in the eastern area of the Hamadan region.

Circa 1960. Single wefted weave. All wool on cotton.

Persian Kashkuli runner from southwest Persia, handwoven by the same peoples whose tradition has lasted for centuries. From the production of carpets considered by serious dealers to be the best in the world. Made with hand spun wool from sheep raised in the Zagros Mountains and utilizing only all natural dyes. These carpets are washed with only soap and water. The eclectic nature of the weave and design are indicative of the originality and authenticity of each rug. Made to last for generations using long piled wool and large knots.

An EMOC rug.

Persian Kashkuli from southwest Persia, handwoven by the same people whose tradition has lasted for centuries. From the production of carpets considered by serious dealers to be the best in the world. Made with hand spun wool from sheep raised in the Zagros Mountains and utilizing only all natural dyes. These carpets are washed with only soap and water. The eclectic nature of the weave and design are indicative of the originality and authenticity of each rug. Made to last for generations using long piled wool and large knots.

An EMOC rug.

Persian Kashkuli from southwest Persia, handwoven by the same people whose tradition has lasted for centuries. From the production of carpets considered by serious dealers to be the best in the world. Made with hand spun wool from sheep raised in the Zagros Mountains and utilizing only all natural, organic dyes. These carpets are washed with only soap and water. The eclectic nature of the weave and design are indicative of the originality and authenticity of each rug. Made to last for generations using long piled wool and large knots.

2’7 x 3’11

An EMOC rug.