Speaking from 39 years of experience guiding his clients to integrate antique carpets into their homes, Jan David Winitz, president and founder of Claremont Rug Company, explains his approach. “An analogy that I often use is that of a symphony orchestra,” he says. “Rugs, antiques and other art forms are employed much in the same way that musicians perform in an orchestra. Each instrument makes its own unique contribution to create a unified sound. Working with the home owner, my role is that of the conductor to create the harmony of the symphony in the residence.” Whether architecturally traditional, contemporary or transitional, a home’s features and the homeowner’s vision help to dictate the choice of antique Persian and tribal rugs for Winitz. Among the considerations are the height of ceilings, the amount of natural light as well as the furniture and other art. Large residences often ha<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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