The 1940s were a unique time with a lot of history packed into them, and it turns out that some items from that decade are becoming more valuable today. As someone who's always curious about which old ...

OAKLAND—Eminent art dealer Jan David Winitz, whose Claremont Rug Company specializes in art-level Oriental carpets from the “Second Golden Age of Persian Weaving,” has expanded and relocated his ...

Bonafide Persian rugs haven't been imported since the U.S. imposed its trade embargo on Iran in 1979, but they've managed to avoid the pitfalls of other heirloom goods, said David Martinous of ...

Oakland, CA—October 21, 2014—Claremont Rug Company today released its 76th catalog, which features antique rugs from the Second Golden Age of Persian Weaving in a wide range of contemporary settings ...

OAKLAND, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Claremont Rug Company founder/president Jan David Winitz, in his annual letter to clients, today reported that sales in 2020 pivoted from 80 percent of business in ...

Persian rugs are known for their intricate patterns, vibrant colors, and expert construction. This style of rug, originating in Iran, has a rich history. Common patterns have evolved through the ages ...

Jan David Winitz isn’t afraid to walk around an airport with his grandmother’s handbag slung over his shoulder. “It’s vintage leather, it doesn’t have any logos on it, and it’s the perfect size,” he ...