I was about seven years old when my family moved from southern Iran to city of Isfahan in central Iran. We used to go to a village west of Isfahan to stay there for the summer. One day we visited our next door neighbor, and I saw several ladies singing songs and weaving rugs. I was fascinated by that so I stayed the whole day with them and visited them just about every day till we returned to Isfahan.
During my childhood after school I spent some time in Esfahan's rug trade center and learned about rugs. I moved to the United States in 1986, and as I noticed the big market for Persian rugs, I chose to be a rug merchant. In 2004 due to back pain I retired and closed my rug shop in Chicago.
During my childhood after school I spent some time in Esfahan's rug trade center and learned about rugs. I moved to the United States in 1986, and as I noticed the big market for Persian rugs, I chose to be a rug merchant. In 2004 due to back pain I retired and closed my rug shop in Chicago.
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Beautiful Rugs was born out of our owner's passion for the art of weaving and rug making: a passion that bloomed when he was only a little boy in Iran. It is, today, a premium online and store-front retailer of authentic, luxurious Persian rugs at affordable prices. Headquartered in Chicago, we offer hundreds of gorgeous rugs in an assortment of traditional and contemporary designs, styles, colors, and sizes.
We sell quality handmade rugs from Persia, India, Pakistan and other countries, including high-end Persian rugs, very decorative contemporary and transitional, new, old and antique rugs. One of a kind Persian rugs, fine quality kurk and silk rugs, exquisite luxury silk rugs, extraordinary Persian pictorial and wall hanging, handmade rugs, magnificent decorative contemporary and modern rugs.
Fine Persian rugs also known as fine Iranian carpets are an ancient works of art in Iran's history, which became an essential part of Persian culture and art. Fine Persian rugs are being woven in different rug weaving regions of Iran. Persian Isfahan rugs, Persian Qum rugs and Persian Tabriz rugs are regarded as the highest quality rugs in the world.
Beautiful Rugs offers a large variety and selection of one of kind, high-end rugs in this Magnificent Rug Collection. On display at the store and the website is a large (8' 2" x 11' 3") Handmade Gonbadi Design Rug, Blue & Gold Color Persian Isfahan kurk wool and silk on silk rug with a deep red, star medallion enclosed within an intricate circular pattern that is enclosed within yet another intricate circular pattern.
The tradition of rug weaving in Iran started more than 2,500 years ago. Since that time traditional Persian rugs are among Persia's most valuable works of art. The Persian carpet reached its zenith during the reign of Shah Abbas (1588-1629) who fostered commerce and crafts.
Shah Abbas moved the capital of Persia to Isfahan, which became one of the most glorious cities of Persia, and he established rug workshops where skilled designers and craftsmen set to work to create splendid specimens.The skill and craft of rug weaving in Persia has been passed down from generation to generation for many centuries in Iran.
Shah Abbas moved the capital of Persia to Isfahan, which became one of the most glorious cities of Persia, and he established rug workshops where skilled designers and craftsmen set to work to create splendid specimens.The skill and craft of rug weaving in Persia has been passed down from generation to generation for many centuries in Iran.
Reviews (9)
Robin Nyberg
Nov 07, 2021
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Grace Dayton
Sep 06, 2021
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Moe's passion for beautiful rugs shines through in his customer care. I had the most wonderful experience in the shop finding a rug that fit my needs while admiring the beauty of each and every option. All of my questions were welcomed and I walked away with a beautiful rug, new knowledge, and eagerness to return again.
Luke Johnson
May 05, 2021
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Zeynep B.
Apr 02, 2021
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Recently shopped at Beatiful Rug Store on Halsted. Owner Mr. Mo is such a nice guy who has a great knowledge about rugs and carpets. Their selection is marvelous and especially Persian carpets are amazing. Definetly a place to go to if you are in the market. Very happy with the service, prices and the treatment.
Teresa P.
Feb 07, 2021
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Great selection of traditional and contemporary rugs! The customer service we received was excellent- the gentleman was patient and helped us choose a rug that fit our room and budget. Also learned that the best rugs are (in order of quality) 1. Persian 2. Pakistani 3. Indian - truly beautiful rugs!
Love the rug that we purchased, gives our room a pop of color - and it looks like it will hold up for years to come!
Love the rug that we purchased, gives our room a pop of color - and it looks like it will hold up for years to come!
Emily Hamre
Sep 27, 2020
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I just bought a gorgeous oriental rug to go under my dining table and am incredibly happy with it! This was my first major rug purchase and Moe, the owner, was very helpful in helping me work through what size would be best, and informing me about the different pieces I was considering. He was super kind and patient as I went back and forth about my options. As another reviewer noted, I never felt any sales pressure, which is especially important when making a large, personal purchase such as this. He truly just wants you to be happy with your choice! Currently, all of the rugs are 50% off, which
David C.
Sep 22, 2020
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We stumbled upon Beautiful Rugs walking down Halsted St, and we are so thankful that we did! The owner has an amazing knowledge of Persian, Indian, and Oriental rugs, many of which he hand-imported himself. He was incredibly patient in showing us many different pieces. When we had difficulty deciding between options, he gave us his honest opinion which we really appreciated. We were able to put down a deposit to take a few rugs home for the final decision, and he trusted us to return them a few days later without any questions asked. We walked in just to browse and ended up buying three different
Kelly Hogan
Jun 30, 2020
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I have purchased two rugs from Moe at Beautiful Rugs and I can’t say enough good things about the shop! I discovered this store on a whim while shopping in the neighborhood and now I’m a lifelong customer. I’ve never purchased Persian rugs before, but Moe made the process easy, stress free, and fun. He was helpful, informative, and never pushy. He knows the history and details of each piece. Moe even shares helpful pointers such as the correct sizing, care instructions, and how the colors of the rug will look in your home based on your lighting. For example, the living room rug we purchased
Laurie L.
Jun 14, 2020
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Gorgeous highest quality handmade rugs! We were just delighted to see the variety of sizes and colors, all handmade. We bought one that makes our room "pop," and adds so much richness to the room. We will be back for more! Moe was more than helpful and kind. He certainly knows each and every rug and has a wealth of information about his rugs. Let's keep him in business!