Re: Curious about my rugs
That's beautifully woven. Silk or Wool? Any idea where it was made? I am not a rug expert by any means, but I do recognize a well-crafter run when I see one.
The market is off on rugs right now so a low appraisal does not surprise me. Rugs that were worth $ 30,000 twenty years ago today bring $ 7,000. This is not a time to sell.
Re: Curious about my rugs
The gentleman who apprised this said "the country or origin for this rug is India with Khoton all-over design, the pile consists of 100% wool fiber and 100% cotton foundation. age range 10-15 years. I had a feeling the market was most likely in a lull right now, do you have any suggestions of how to go about selling when it picks back up?
Re: Curious about my rugs
I would take it around to three or four rug dealers in your area that deal in fine rugs and get it apprised. If it appraises higher than $ 2,000 then ask them for a written one and pay them for the appraisal. After you get two or three, you'll know Market value, then photo those appraisals and put it on Ebay at no reserve - auction only, starting price a couple hundred under the lowest appraisal.