Serious rug collecting offers aesthetic pleasure, intellectual engagement, and potential financial appreciation. Here's how to begin.
Develop Your Eye
Visit museums, attend auctions, handle many rugs. Understanding develops through exposure and comparison.
Choose a Focus
Specialists often outperform generalists. Consider focusing on a region, era, type, or theme.
Build Relationships
Trusted dealers become partners in building collections. They offer first access to acquisitions and honest guidance.
Document Everything
Maintain records of purchases, provenance, and condition. This documentation adds value and aids future decisions.
Buy the Best You Can Afford
One excellent piece typically outperforms several mediocre ones in both satisfaction and value.
