Persian Rugs

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Executive Summary of Up Close & Personal With Persian Rugs By Fran Sloan

Persian rugs are known for their detail and craftsmanship. Every part of the Persian carpet, from the yarn fiber to the colors, is hand made using natural ingredients. A Persian carpet is a beautiful accompaniment to any kind of décor.

The Persian rug dates back to ancient Persia. Most rugs and carpets cannot be dated far back because the materials of wool, silk and cotton decay. However in 1949, the Pazyryk carpet was uncovered at an archaeological excavation in Siberia. The Pazvryk carpet measure 9.3 x 6.5 ft and has 36 symmetrical knots per cm². The weaving technique is advanced. The center is typically colored deep red.

The classical Persian carpets of the 16th and 17th were varied. Many smaller regions such as Tabriz contributed unique designs to Persian carpets. The common patterns were arabesques, medallions, scrolling vine networks and cloud bands. While figural designs were popular in the Iranian market, they were not as commonly exported to the west.

Persian rugs are classified into three groups according to their size. Farsh is one sized larger than 6×4 feet. Qalicheh, with its literal meaning of rug, is one sized 6×4 or smaller. Kilim is nomadic carpet.

Persian rugs are first conceptualized with a layout as well as a design. The typical patterns include all-over, central medallion and one-sided. The components of a Persian rug are a layout and a design which in general included one or a number of motifs. The motifs are patterns that have different meanings. The most common ones are Boteh, Gul, Herati, Mina-Khani, Rosette and Shah Abbasi.

The actual weaving of Persian rugs is an intricate and arduous process. The weaving process begins by passing a number of wefts through a bottom warp to create a base. Then loosely piled knots of colored silk or wool are tied around successive sets of adjacent warps. This creates the elaborate patterns in the rugs. Once completed, the warp ends forms the fringes which can be tasseled, braided or weft-faced. A handmade rug can have a knot count that varies from 16 to 550 knots per square inch.

The industry of Persian carpets has increased exponentially as consumers gain appreciation for the craftsmanship and quality the carpets offer. Iran itself accounted for exporting $420 million of hand-woven carpets in 2008.

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Persian Rug

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Authentic Persian rugs are made from natural materials such as wool or silk and are usually quite expensive. Persian rugs are handmade, beautifully designed, and an important part of the Iranian culture. While rugs are rarely handmade anymore, older Persian rugs that were made by hand can cost thousands of dollars. Many Iranians make their livelihood creating these works of art. Persian rug is not just a rug but rather a magnificent work of art with a mix of wonderful hues and patterns.

In Iran, Persian rugs are treated like stocks in the western world with many Iranians investing their life savings in the Persian carpets which are stored in underground facilities in Tehran. And the secrets about Persian rugs is out, they have been recognized for their beauty art on an international scale. The history and the culture of these rugs still appears today in the magical designs and patterns which have come down through the generations. Persian carpets are so well made they are handed down from generation to generation.

Persian rugs are something that sounds like it would add the finishing touches to your decor and your rooms mood. Decorating with Persian rugs can add an aura of European opulence to your home. If you enjoy the look of opulence and if you’ve already incorporated antiques into your décor, all you need are a couple of Persian rugs. Decorating your home with Persian rugs is one of the best things that you can do. The quality of the rug is so that it will last all lifetime.