Peter’s Appearances

Fall 2008

November 20-23, 2008
The Aiken-Rhett House, 48 Elizabeth Street, Charleston, South Carolina

Oriental Rug Sale and Lecture

A benefit for Historic Charleston Foundation

Preview and Lecture
Antique Oriental Rugs: What to Look (Out) For
Thursday November 20
RSVP: 843.723.1623

Peter Pap will offer an illustrated talk to guide both the experienced collector and the first-time buyer in choosing and purchasing an antique oriental rug. Peter will discuss the six key elements that he looks for when evaluating a rug. He will also offer a glimpse at some of the tricks of the trade that buyers should be aware of when evaluating an antique rug.

Sale Hours

Friday November 21, 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Saturday November 22, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sunday November 23, 12 noon to 5:00 p.m.

10% of the proceeds of any sale will be donated to support the preservation mission of Historic Charleston Foundation.

Rugs may be taken home on approval with no obligation. Peter will be available for private, in-home consultation. Please email us with special size requests prior to the sale.

The Aiken-Rhett House stands alone as the most intact townhouse complex showcasing urban life in antebellum Charleston. Built in 1818 and greatly expanded by Gov. and Mrs. William Aiken, Jr. in the 1830s and 1850s, the house has survived virtually unaltered since 1858.

Antiques Roadshow

Peter Pap appears occasionally on PBS's Antiques Roadshow. Here are links to some of Peter's previous Roadshow appraisals.

Suzani Embroidery, ca. 1850
Bakhtiari Carpet, ca. 1910
Silk Heriz Rug, late 19th century
Sarouk Carpet, ca. 1925
Lavar Kirman Rug, ca. 1900
Caucasian Perepdil Rug, ca. 1892
Tabriz Carpet, ca. 1900

Martha Stewart Living Radio

Peter Pap is a periodic guest on Martha Stewart Living Radio. Check their website for future dates.