Contemporary Carpets & Statement Rugs

Quality Carpets and Rugs

Persepolis Art Gallery's story began with artisanal carpets and a passion for timeless design before the gallery evolved into a contemporary art destination specialising in sculpture and African art.

Today, carpets remain part of the Persepolis collection, offering distinctive designs that can complement contemporary interiors, artwork and carefully considered spaces.

From bold animal-inspired designs to more understated decorative rugs, a well-selected carpet can influence the atmosphere, colour palette and character of an interior.

Explore the current collection below or contact Persepolis Art Gallery to enquire about available carpets and rugs.

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Concrete arches in a corridor with sunlight casting shadows, and a mat featuring a black and white leopard sitting on a blue background.
A bedroom with a large, beige, tufted headboard, white bedding, and three pillows. Two nightstands with water bottles, a remote, and a phone. A wall with decorative patterns and two modern wall sconces. A window with black trim to the right, and a bl
Black rug with a white leopard silhouette in the center, surrounded by furniture on an indoor hardwood floor.
Living room with a black coffee table, decorative items including a gold cup and a hexagonal gold object, on a black and white animal print rug, fireplace with firewood, and part of a kitchen in the background.
Living room with a white sofa, blue rug with a leopard design, large window with a view of trees, and a black and blue cabinet with decorative items and plants nearby.
Modern living room with large floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing a scenic view of fields and trees. The room features a white sofa with pillows, a black side table, a blue cabinet with plants and decorative items, and two telescopes near the window.
Modern living room with beige sofa, two cream rounded chairs, a wooden coffee table, a colorful area rug, staircase with black railing, and a kitchenette in the background.
A modern attic room with four skylight windows, a wooden table with three chairs, a black rug, and a unique ceiling light fixture.
Modern living room with a light gray sectional sofa, a unique wooden coffee table, a large patterned rug, and a wall-mounted flat-screen TV. There are curtains on the windows, and a doorway leads to another room.
Digital illustration of a black and white leopard sitting on a gray background.
Reflection of a round table with a black base in a mirror with two people in the background and a black and white animal print rug underneath.

The Role of the Carpet in Interior Design

Modern living room with large glass window overlooking an outdoor landscape of trees and a field. The room has white sofas, a blue cabinet with plants, and telescopes near the window. The floor features a black-and-white animal print rug.

A carpet is more than a practical floor covering. In a thoughtfully designed interior, a rug can help define an area, introduce colour and texture, connect different elements of a room and create a visual foundation for furniture and artwork.

A statement carpet can also become an artwork in its own right.

Bold patterns and distinctive imagery can create a focal point within a room, while more subtle designs can provide balance between furniture, architecture and decorative objects.

When selecting a carpet, consider the size of the room, furniture arrangement, surrounding colours, lighting and relationship between the rug and existing artwork.

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Statement Rugs for Contemporary Spaces

Living room with a large gray sectional sofa, a patterned coffee table, a gray rug, and a fireplace with curtains near a large window.

Contemporary interiors often benefit from pieces that add personality without overwhelming the overall design.

A statement rug can introduce pattern, contrast and visual interest into a living room, bedroom, entrance, office or hospitality environment.

Animal-inspired designs can create a particularly distinctive visual element, connecting the carpet to natural forms and wildlife while adding character to a modern space.

At Persepolis Art Gallery, the carpet collection can be explored alongside the gallery's sculpture and art collections, allowing collectors and interior designers to consider how different artworks and decorative pieces work together within a space.

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Carpets, Art & Contemporary Interiors

Modern indoor lounge area with beige sofa, two cream rounded chairs, a small coffee table, a patterned rug, and a staircase leading to an upper level with glass railings.

The relationship between artwork and interior design is an important consideration when selecting a carpet.

A sculptural artwork may provide height and three-dimensional form, while a carpet introduces pattern, colour and texture at floor level. Together, these elements can help create a more cohesive interior.

For collectors and designers, the carpet can therefore become part of the wider visual composition of a room rather than being treated as a separate decorative element.

When selecting a rug to complement artwork, consider whether you want the carpet to create contrast or harmony with the sculpture, artwork, furniture and architectural features surrounding it.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Carpets & Rugs

  • Persepolis offers a curated selection of carpets and rugs with distinctive decorative and artistic designs. Contact the gallery for information about the current collection.

  • Yes. Contact the gallery to enquire about available carpets, sizes, designs and purchasing options.

  • Yes. Statement rugs and decorative carpets can be incorporated into contemporary residential, hospitality, office and commercial interiors depending on the design and dimensions.

  • Consider the dimensions of the room, furniture arrangement, intended use and amount of floor area you want the carpet to define.

  • Contact Persepolis Art Gallery to confirm which carpets are currently available to view at the gallery.

  • Contact Persepolis Art Gallery with the carpet or rug you are interested in and the team can provide information about availability and the artwork.

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