Indian Jaipur Wool & Silk

Indian Jaipur Wool & SilkSeveral 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.

Simple diamond and triangle patterns in strong reds

Indian cashmere carpets – which are knotted from high-quality natural silk but are much more affordable than their Persian counterparts – are becoming increasingly popular

at once exotic and warm

Durry or Dari) is a thin

The most recognizable characteristic of the Sarouk Persian rug is a distinct blue weft

structural strength and enormous weight

although the asymmetrical Persian knot is used in some cities and – unique to the Sarab – both knots can be found within the same carpet

making both sides of the carpet usable

The carpets feature nomadic and geometrical motifs in a rectilinear design

The Afghan Chobi collection is derived from the Farsi word

The colours of the Tabriz vary as widely as the patterns

these Indian and Pakistan varieties use cotton