A Beginner's Guide

How to Buy Art You Love

A Beginner's Guide

Reading a Listing

Each artwork page on Art & Rugs contains a lot of helpful information. Here are the things you should be paying special attention to as you consider a work.

First, read the size of the art and compare it against the dimensions in your home. To help visualize how an artwork will look in your space, use the “View in Your Room” feature.

Once you understand the artwork’s dimensions, check to see how it’s packaged.

Next, read the description. This critical piece often includes helpful information to give you a better sense of the work.

Last but not least, make sure you understand the price, which includes shipping but not taxes, depending on where you are in the world and where the art is coming from.

Assessing the Quality of an Artwork

Pakistan’s art scene is rich with history, innovation, and cultural depth. From modern miniature painters to contemporary abstractionists, Pakistani artists continue to shape global conversations through their work. This guide introduces some of the most respected and widely collected artists from Pakistan, offering insight into their journeys, artistic styles, and lasting influence.

Artists Who Inspire Our Collection

The Creative Voices

Discover artists whose work reflects depth, culture, and craftsmanship. Each artist brings a distinct perspective that shapes the soul of Arts & Rugs.

Sadequain

Renowned for powerful calligraphic and figurative work, blending philosophy, poetry, and bold expression.

Ismail Gulgee

Master of abstract calligraphy, known for expressive brushwork and spiritual depth.

Jamil Naqsh

Celebrated for figurative art and cubist influences, deeply rooted in classical tradition.

Iqbal Hussain

Famous for raw figurative paintings reflecting urban and social realities.

Rashid Rana

Renowned for powerful calligraphic and figurative work, blending philosophy, poetry, and bold expression.

Imran Channa

Channa works across painting, sculpture, and digital installations. His experimental approach merges technology with traditional techniques, creating innovative contemporary art.

Deciding Where to Place the Work

Searching for original art to elevate your living and working spaces? You may know your interior style—and you may have reckoned with your budget—but don’t forget to take size and shape of the work into account. A work of art in the right dimensions and orientation can anchor a room, while a work in the wrong size can look like an afterthought. If you find yourself staring at bare walls unsure of where to begin, here’s five tips and tricks for finding that perfect fit.

Things to focus before buying perfect Art !

Size

Aim to fill about two-thirds to three-fourths of your wall space. When hanging art above furniture like a couch or bed, choose a piece that’s two-thirds to three-fourths the width of the furniture. If unsure, go bigger—larger works make a stronger impact, while small pieces can feel lost on empty walls.

Orientation

When deciding on orientation, consider the shape of your available wall space. Go for a work in portrait orientation to create a sense of height and openness. Is there a yawning expanse of blank wall space behind your dining room table? Go horizontal, or landscape, to fill the visual field.

Placement

In gallery spaces, two-dimensional works are typically hung so that the center of the piece falls at eye level (56 to 60 inches from floor). This standard is a useful rule of thumb for hanging works on blank walls. When there’s a couch, headboard, fireplace mantel, or other piece of furniture involved.

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