Few arts are more developed and more characteristic for the Iranian civilization than carpet weaving. Believe it or not, an Iranian carpet is the oldest as it belonged to the Achaemenid era. What is so wonderful about this craft is how no matter the nation or culture the art remains appealing which is proving its originality and ancient background. The decorative parts are essential in ensuring that this art survives as the Iranian artisans have took the works over the palpable level, for they have incorporated design principles in the making of every aspect of the so called Iranian carpets.
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Historically, the Iranian people have been practicing the custom of using handwoven carpets as part of their interior decoration since they are aware that such items possess a rich character and warmth, classical. When purchasing these products, differentiating them is an important step since there are various kinds and understanding the differences makes it easier to buy. The objective of this article is to present the most beautiful Iranian carpets with their types and patterns and enable the reader to respect this original Iranian decorative arts.
Iranian Carpets: Here’s the Rundown
The history of Iranian Carpets
Iranian carpets represent the masters’ work, ideas, and culture as well as their truthfulness. Carpet weaving is an ancient craft in which Persians had been active and later on with time and care and imagination they perfected it to the degree which became the pride of Iranian’s art and culture. The evidence of carpet weaving and the creation of besitive derivatives by Iranian’s people can be dated back for the first time to the Chinese sources of Sasanian epoch.
The Ethnic Appearance of Indian Hand-Knotted Carpets: The General Features of All such research should bear in mind, however, that the items that are particularly associated with carpets, such as wool, silk, cotton, etc., are usually not able to stand the test of time, which largely hampers the archaeologies and historians in seeking the ancient primitive forms of carpets. However, there are written records and documents that state that fabulous carpets existed in the Achaemenid court.
Pazyryk Carpet
The Pazyryk Carpet is considered the most ancient carpet in the world which was found by a Russian archaeologist from 1947-to 1949 AD in the frozen grave of a Scythian king. The name of such carpet came from the region where its existed, “Pazyryk Valley” in Russia. Archaeological research involved ancient artifacts investigation which extended along with this carpet. This woolen carpet is square measuring 1.98 m in each side.
This carpet incorporates floral borders and extensions representing horsemen, the deer in repose, and legendary beings that have the head of an eagle aеd the body of a lion. The one who discovered the carpet, S. Rudenko reported the carpet’s patterns to be of strong resemblance to reliefs of Persepolis. There are many investigations linking this carpet with the Parthian or Median period; however, where the truth lies in this case remains speculation. At the moment Pazyryk Carpet is located in the Hermitage, St. Petersburg.
Authentic Iranian Carpets
1_ Gabbeh; for fans of natural fibers, it is characterized by a thick pile and plain abstract patterns often made from hand-spun wool.
2_ Kilim; unique to flat/weave textile fans, they bear strong geometrical patterns and this reversible type of textile was generally used as rugs, coverlets or wall-hangings.
3_ Jajim; original woven fabric commonly produced in wool or cotton with narrow stripes that nomadic peoples sometimes used as blankets or rugs.
4_ Carpets from northern part of Iran they have distinguished designs impacted by abundant flora and fauna of this area including bright colors and stylized motifs
5_ Tabriz carpets; Indubitably some of the most beautiful carpets in Iran characterized by precise knotting work various patterns & rich deep hues.
6_ Kashan Carpets highly regarded for delicate workmanship with complex floral designs made from superior quality wool or silk enriched with vivid color palettes.
7_ Qom rugs are known as weavers among the finest Persian carpet due to fine weaving usually done from silk thread which presents intricate designs combined with high knot density thus making them one among the richest types аҧсan carpets.
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The evolution of carpets as innovative and economical in their use deters a great deal of emphasis, where carpets were needed. Started out as practical items to use on floors whilst in nomads’ tents, they slowly became extravagant vanity items which were only worn by those who had status and opulent houses.
Within the Āyvān-e Kesrā, the palace of Khosrow Parviz, a Sassanian king, there were carpets made of filaments of gold called the ‘Four Seasons of Spring that adorn lethargy and grace, which depict the magnificence and opulence associated with such skillfully woven carpets.
Persian carpets, one of the prevalent artistic and cultural heritage of our country, exhibit a great variety of ornaments, shapes and colors correlating with Iranian culture, history and art. With over two thousand years history behind them, these carpets rank second if not first in terms of being beautifully designed and crafted functional handicrafts. Assimilation of galloon and weft in rug edging technique is not simply adopting pictures and designs, it is embedded with special systems which most Iranian artisans have mastered and are able to create excellent designs in art capabilities.
