Egyptian Rugs - Egyptian rug weaving tradition began all the way back in the 16th century. The birth of the handmade carpet industry in modern Egypt dates to the Egyptian Revolution in 1952, when the importation of carpets from Iran ceased. Egyptian carpets have always been famous for their representation of the art and culture of Egypt. They were once divided into 2 weaving periods (Mamluks and Ottomans), each with different styles. Authentic Egyptian carpets are very rarely seen in North America today, yet the ones that make it over are delicate, precious, luxurious, lucrative and all of the above. The majority of the older styles were hand woven in rich textured patterns by only the finest wool. Since each rug was hand woven by a skilled craftsman, they were time consuming thus boosting their value. Today, you can find machine made styles at very affordable prices with a variety of art and themes. The creative patterns and rich color combination are accepted and admire from homeowners around the world. Our collection of Egyptian area rugs are the ideal candidates for any home or office setting. Turn your house into a home with a warm, comfortable, inspiring, beautiful and sophisticated place – start shopping today!