TRAVEL

TRAVEL

TRAVELS AROUND THE WORLD

TRAVELS AROUND THE WORLD

The rich array that N.Vrouyr permanently has in stock is no coincidence. It is the result of many patient, systematical and exciting expeditions and travels both in the East and in the West. Iran, of course, but also Turkey, Armenia, Afghanistan, India, China and Nepal are essential sources, but they are supplemented by the acquisition of pieces from private collections. Four generations of journeys, meetings and attending international conferences have developed long lasting and strong networks and contacts.

During the second half of May 2012 Naïry and Christian Vrouyr, towards the end of their annual trip, travelled with a team of Swiss carpet dealers and collectors through Iran. They mainly visited the province of Mazandaran with a few highlights such as the city of Behshahr with its prehistorical archaeology and Safavid palaces. The graveyard of Sefidshah was a most interesting stop on the road. They got in touch with the last weavers of this beautiful region. Read 'An Excursion in Mazandaran'.