Indian Amritsar Rug - 3.66 x 0.80 ConnoisseurThe art of manufacturing carpets was introduced in India, probably by the great mogul Akbar in 16th century which brought in Persian weavers together with skilled pattern artists mainly for producing carpets for his palace. During the 16th, 17th and 18th century many fine carpets were woven here made of the finest sheep wool and silk, with Persian patterns. To tell the origin of an Indo carpet they often use a prefix; Indo Mir, Pakistan Bochara and
in this central medallion carpet we see so many colours and shapes that provide much interest and delight
with an abundance of flowers complimenting the mihrab
The first looms were established in the 1930s at the instigation of a group of Kashan merchants
the natives are all Kurdish
Magnificent carpet from the city of Tabriz
17th and 18th century many fine carpets were woven here made of the finest sheep wool and silk
Throughout this area of Iran other small towns including Boroujerd
carpet weaving in Turkmenistan had become one of the most important sectors of the economy
including tent bags and ceremonial pieces
Colours are varied and often vivid ivory and white being the popular colours for the field
There is at its very centre a large vase with profusion of flowers spilling from it
Sarouk rugs have been a brand of rug that have remained extremely consistent in their leading quality
