Indian Woolen Double Rug - 1.64 x 0.95 TribalThe 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
This handmade wool rug comes from the city of Tabriz The central medallion is captivating and reflects precisely the composition of the guard borders and the field that frames the ocean of calming field
Its rugs are not merely copies of those of other centres
the most common designs are those with a central medallion
This beautiful carpet has a silk foundation and a curvilinear design with a beautiful central medallion and with 2 lanterns extending lengthways out from that centre
It was hand made from persons whose understanding of the temporary nature of life and beauty was possible and enhanced by their awareness of heaven and the eternal that awaits us after death
It is decorated with leaf
providing a wonderful frame to look at the spectacular field
This delightful carpet has a central medallion that is lozenge shape with a suitable proportioned lantern each side length ways and with smaller flowers on each side moving into the field
is on display in the Victoria and Albert Museum in London
particularly the circular central medallion with its two pendants reaching out length wise and the stadium shape of the border of the main field
The combination of colours and patterns is a work of genius
the finest carpets had a silk pile
