Oriental carpets

A few Persian rugs are still woven in their traditional regional designs, notably the Ghorevan, the Tabriz, the Herez and the Bijar which dealers call the "iron rug of the East," because it is so durable.

The rugs made to be sold in Europe are not washed, so if a rug of that type is brought into this country, it is called a European Kashan or a European Kirman.

These rugs are strong in color compared to the "semi-antiques," which is why so many people buy the ones that have been softened by a chemical short cut.

But a little time will take care of that and eventually they will acquire the unobtrusive natural luster that an Oriental should have.