4915 Camp Bowie Blvd,
Fort Worth, Texas 76107
(Next to Kincaid’s Hamburger)
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4915 Camp Bowie Blvd,
Fort Worth, Texas 76107
(Next to Kincaid’s Hamburger)
Persian Hand-Knotted
A Persian carpet or فرش farsh, meaning "to spread"; also called قالی qālī) is a heavy textile, made for a wide variety of utilitarian and
symbolic purpose, produced in Iran and surrounding areas which once belonged to the Persian Empire, for home use, local sale, and
export. Carpet weaving is an essential part of Persian culture and art. Within the group of Oriental rugs or Islamic carpets produced
by the countries of the so-called "rug belt", the Persian carpet stands out by the variety and grandiosity of its manifold designs.
Persian carpets and rugs of various types were woven in parallel by nomadic tribes, in workshops located in village
and towns, and by royal court factories alike. As such, they represent different, simultaneous lines of tradition, and
reflect the history of Iran and its various peoples. The carpets woven in the Safavid court manufactories of Isfahan
during the sixteenth century are famous for their elaborate colors and artistic design, and are treasured in museums
and private collections all over the world today. Their patterns and designs have set an artistic tradition for court
manufactories which was kept alive during the entire duration of the Persian Empire up to the last royal dynasty of
Iran.
Carpets woven in towns and regional centers like Tabriz, Kerman, Mashhad, Kashan, Isfahan, Nain and Qom are
characterized by their specific weaving techniques and use of high-quality materials, colours and patterns. Town
manufactories like those of Tabriz have played an important historical role in reviving the tradition of carpet weaving
after periods of decline. Rugs woven by the villages and various tribes of Iran are distinguished by their fine wool,
bright and elaborate colours, and specific, traditional patterns. Nomadic and small village weavers often produce
rugs with bolder and sometimes more coarse designs, which are considered as the most authentic and traditional
rugs of Persia, as opposed to the artistic, pre-planned designs of the larger workplaces. Gabbeh rugs are the best-
known type of carpet from this line of tradition.
Persian Hand-Knotted
Indian Persian
Pakistan Persian Design
Indian Persian Design
Chinese Persian Design
Persian Senneh Wool Hand-Knotted
Indian Persian Wool Hand-Knotted
In India, the area surrounding the large city of Varanasi in east-central India and the area centered around Jaipur, southwest
of Delhi are the two major weaving districts. The handmade rugs that come from these districts vary widely in both design
and size. We have several on display that reflect the variety and beauty of Indian Persian rugs well.
Persian Naeen Wool and Silk
Hand-Knotted
Handmade Persian Naeen rugs were first designed in the hot, dry climate of the Iranian city Nain, where the historical relic of
the Narenj castle rests. Known originally for the centuries-old business of weaving fine woolen cloaks, this city is now world-
famous for its unique rugs. Thanks to master artist Habibian’s influences, Persian Naeen rugs can be identified by
asymmetrical knots, wool pile, and cotton or silk warps.