Indian Kashmir Rug - 1.86 x 1.19 Connoisseur

Indian Kashmir Rug - 1.86 x 1.19 ConnoisseurThe 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

It is oval in shape with an evolving central medallion that begins as a round shape and then has satellites orbiting around it

It is made from silk and comes form the city of Qum

Solid & hard-wearing

Formerly called Senneh

The rugs are tightly woven with a low-cut pile

The history of this town is very dated and its commercialized rug weaving industry dates back to the 17th century

These all sit spectacularly well together

This Persian Qum carpet features the symbolic Tree of Life with birds that bring messages of good news from heaven

Reds tend to be a burgundy color rather than brick red as in Kazaks

Patterns are usually floral or garden inspired

This carpet is of a beautiful colour and texture and would be spectacular in any setting

It is a central medallion carpet with an explosion of floral motifs everywhere