INTRODUCTION TO CARPET

In 1949, the Pazyryk carpet was discovered among the ices of Pazyryk Valley, in Altai Mountains in Siberia. The carpet was found in the grave of a Scythian prince. Pazyryk carpet is considered as the oldest carpet in the world. Its central field is a deep red color and it has two wide borders, one depicting deer, and the other Persian horseman. ​

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The Spring carpet of Khosrow I was made for the main audience hall of  the Sasanians imperial Palace at Ctesiphon in Sasanian province of Khvaaran (nowadays, Iraq). It was 450feet long and 90 feet wide and depicted a formal garden. In 7th century CE With occupation of the Sasanian capital, Tuspawn, the Baharestan carpet was taken by the Arabs, cut into small fragments and divided among the victorious soldiers as booty.

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The earliest surviving of the Persian carpets from this period is of a Safavid (1501-17360) carpet known as the Ardabil Carpet, currently in V&A Museum in London. This most famous of Persian carpets has been the subject of endless copies ranging in size from small carpets to full scale carpets. There is an 'Ardabil' at 10 Downing Street and even Hitler had an 'Ardabil' in his office in Berlin

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Persian carpets are one of the best handmade carpets in the world today. It is well known for its intricate design, detailed workmanship and a rich background behind it. Weavers take long months or years, depending on the size to weave one Persian carpet. Thus, making it so special and expensive compared to machine-made carpets.

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However, despite being more expensive, Persian carpets are more durable. These are made with natural materials such as cotton, wool and/or silk which proves to last longer and release no harmful toxins over time. That is why many designers or carpet enthusiasts recommend Persian or hand-made carpets to their clients as the final touch to their decor.   

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Due to recent sanctions on Persian Carpets we have discontinued all Made In Iran Products.