Indian Jaipur

Indian JaipurSeveral centuries ago, Persian rug weavers were brought to India to practice their craft in a new country. Often featuring patterns of Persian origin, hand knotted carpets are now produced on a large scale in Inida. For example, Indian cashmere carpets which are knotted from high quality natural silk but are much more affordable than their Persian counterparts are becoming increasingly popular.

patterns range from medallion to figural to Herati/Mahi to three-dimensional

the Khorjeen (Khorjin) – with its stunning abrash – is highly prized and dearly loved by collectors

Combining pieces from up to 10 different rugs and any number of colours and patterns

medium-sized hand-woven pile rugs feature simple

the Kazak rug was a symbol of wealth

light red or turquoise for background contrast

Sarouk is a beautiful village located with a rich history in carpet weaving

The kilim rug is steeped in tradition

the cost of maintaining Dhurries is low

birds and trees in tribal motifs as well as geometrical diamonds

Vibrant handmade Mashwani tribal rugs have been woven for centuries by the semi-nomadic and settled Mashwan tribes in the mountains of central Afghanistan

the durable Persian Mir rug – known as Seraband (Saraband) in the 19th and 20th centuries – is part of the Ardabil group