These carpets had their origin in Egypt from the thirteenth century. With the migration to Central Asia, this art was established in countries like Afghanistan, Pakistan and India. The Mamluk presented by Persis are produced in Afghanistan, made in manual loom and have about 35 knots per cm2.
Persis has expanded its range of carpets to India, featuring also the Kashmir rugs, produced with pure silk and cotton. The cotton is used only in the carpet weave, making the carpet fringes appear on this material. In spite of the controversy of this region, the Carpets produced in Kashmir are one of the best…
The city of Naeen began its rugs production in the mid 50’s. They average is about 64 knots per cm2. The knots are thin with curvilinear designs with extreme detail. With wool and cotton, these articles sometimes present the contours in silk for a light effect. They usually feature a well-crafted central medallion with floral…
Kilim carpets are characterized by their modern design and vivid colors. In ancient times, these articles were used for various purposes such as storage bags, protection in tents against cold and heat, blankets, blankets for cribs, etc. Currently, and although the designs have undergone some evolutions, these still are used in bags, belts, cushions, backpacks,…
Both cities, famous for their oriental rugs produced in 100% silk, produce tapestries that are characterized by the thickness of their articles, the knot being so tight that it can contain 180 to 300 per cm2. The motifs, rarely allusive to the hunt, are floral arrangements and tendrils on red and ivory backgrounds. These rugs,…
These rugs, produced in wool and hand loom in Afghanistan, feature large and simple geometric shapes. The motifs, loose and stylized, have strong colors like red, ivory and sometimes brown background. The eaves have up to 5 lists and along with them rosettes, leaves, creepers frequently appear. These articles also include, in the background, wavy…
In 1883, in Arak, a German family created the Siekler Company. With the aim of pleasing the East, the main purpose was to create carpets that would please mainly Europe and the West. Thus, Siekler rugs are characterized by motifs to western taste. They usually feature bold floral designs with repeated flower arrangements throughout the…
The carpets produced in the city of Tabriz are characterized by their superior quality. With around 50 knots per cm2, this city is the capital of Oriental rugs production. The predominant figures are based on the central medallions with floral figures, although there are also some Tabriz carpets with geometric figures, fighters and excerpts from…
Rugs produced in the Balouchistan area are usually characterized by their geometric designs. The most common are the tree of life and the elephant’s foot, with the specific prayer mats. These items are usually darker, prowling the reds, browns, blues with dark beige highlights and browns. These rugs are woven in wool and have about…
