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Antique rugs that never go out of style
I have been in the business since 1983 and guess what. Having actively
dealt in rugs for almost 30 years, here is a quick look at some rugs
that were probably hot even then.
The reason these rugs work with almost any setting is due to the softness of color and the flow of design.
The reason these rugs work with almost any setting is due to the softness of color and the flow of design.
The Marriage of Art and Design
The marriage of art and design is evident in the correlation between antique rugs and fine art.
The following rugs are all essentially squares and when placed side by side with select artworks we see not only a similar use of color but also a similar equality in scale and proportion. In actuality rugs that are square bring to life a visual presence of art on the floor.
A BRIEF LOOK AT COLOR
Color trends gradually appear in our line of sight.
Initially taking notice of dominant colors during fashion week and then seeing what actually ends up in the stores.
The following colors are inspired by fashion colors from fall 2011.
They are also representative of the world of design and architecture.
As always they can also be found in the natural environment.
