As far back as I can remember, Oriental rugs were on the floor of my grandmother's apartment in Berlin. At age 14, with my little sister in tow, I walked a small bazaar in a coastal town in Turkey. I sought out the rug merchant. As we entered, I confidently told my 8 year-old sister, "these are Persian rugs". The merchant let out a slow sigh and invited us in. He served us tea and patiently explained the difference between a Turkish rug and a Persian rug (knotting technique, design etc). He was gracious and kind. He did not talk down to us. With my allowance, I bought a little Kilim, but only after haggling (surprising him), which I had seen my mother do countless times in similar situations. As we left, he thanked me repeatedly; a lesson in poise and commerce from a rug merchant in Turkey. Kismet. Fast forward 44 years. I have purchased rugs at Sotheby's and on Le Brea in LA, occasionally "having paid for my rug education" - having paid dear. As such, I am a bit more aware walking into a rug merchant these days and have not bought anything in years. But in life there is always Kismet. Jeff and his wife Mina run Kismet, the primary rug merchant in Jackson Hole. He is an intense, bright, charismatic, energetic, driven member of the community, who clearly does not suffer fools. Mina poised, calm, watchful and supportive. Boy, does he know his rugs.... I have rarely seen an inventory of the quality and range found there. He knows his stuff and has a good eye for how the rug will work in your space, but even more so, a sense as to how "the rug" will work with your personality. He enthusiastically came to our new house and unrolled rugs, refusing any assistance; we bought 2 large antique area rugs, and a runner after a few days of back and forth. Then, two days later, 7 smaller area rugs within 30 minutes, as our basis of understanding had been set. I am confident we will continue to work together. So, go in knowing the inventory is exceptional and he will take the time to find the right rug for you and your space, engaging in a delightful, sometimes intense, but deliberate conversation, a thorough process..... read more

We have had our first Kismet rug for 3 years and it still looks great! Beautiful and high quality..... read more

Kismet Rug Gallery - We still get compliments from everyone about our 3 year old rug! - Antiques Near Me - Jackson, Wyoming

This rug gallery has an incredible inventory of beautiful, high quality, imported rugs and the most knowledgeable and helpful staff I have ever encountered. They know their rugs! I am thrilled with the rug I purchased from them in August and will definitely return in the future. read more

I have been a very satisfied customer of Kismet Gallery for over 25 years. No matter if you're looking for classical Persian rugs (such as Isfahan, Tabriz, Gabbeh, Mohtashem Kashan, Sarouk) or beautiful contemporary design rugs, Jeff and Mina Neishabouri and their very competent and polite staff at Kismet Gallery will provide you with both excellent service and a gorgeous selection. read more

Best. Service. Ever. Jeff, the store owner, knows quality, customer service, and has a sharp eye for design. He has been to our home numerous times, van loaded with rugs he has chosen to try out in our home, and he and his assistants waste no time hauling them in, moving furniture to position the rugs appropriately, and then letting us decide if that is the look we want. If nothing works, he comes back a few days later with more rugs to try out. He is also very respectful of our budget. Love doing business with Jeff at Kismet! read more