Persian Rug – The Everlasting Magic of Persian Rugs

Persian Rug

Any discussion on rugs is always incomplete without a mention of the genesis of carpet weaving – Persia. Persian influence in the tapestry and weave of rugs has left an indelible impression in the history of rugs that is ever popular even today. The Persian rug is one of the finest examples of the art of weaving and does wonder to augment the décor of any place with its graceful addition.

Types of Persian Rugs

The evolution of the Persian rugs is a part of the ancient culture and tradition of Persia that is carried on through this art even today.

Farsh – The name suggests any rug that is of a greater size than that of 6×4 feet.
Qallii – The name here suggests a rug that is of 6×4 feet and or smaller than that.
Kilim – This is the name for all the carpets that are generally made by the nomadic tribes. It is a term used for rough carpets.

Fabrics of Persian rug

A basic characteristic of an authentic Persian rug is in its making. The basic fabric used in the making of Persian rugs is wool. There are several varieties of wool that is used like Manchester wool, Kork wool and Camel hair. In the ancient times Persian weaving excelled in the making of silk rugs that is not commonly found presently. There were fabulous pieces of tapestry and weaving in silk that were made and used both as wall hangings and floor coverings. However in the present times this has gone in disuse mostly because of the high expenses involved in the making of silk Persian rugs and a low rate of durability of silken rugs.

Designs and Patterns of Persian Rugs

The uniqueness of Persian rugs lies in its vivid design patterns. There are different kinds of patterns namely the spiral pattern, paisley patterns, panel patterns, floral patterns, fish patterns to name a few. Elaborate and fine detailing is a key aspect of Persian rugs. It may be observed that no part of a Persian rug will be found devoid of the design layout – it covers the entire span of the rug.

Tips about Buying a Persian Rug

Here are a few tips for selecting that ultimate Persian rug to be a part of your heirloom collection.

It is important to know the difference between Persian rugs and rugs that are made in other countries so that you aren’t cheated in the process.
Even as a layman one can always verify a tag at any point of the rug that has a term called KPSI – ‘knots per square inch’. You can judge the quality of a rug by the number of KPSI. A higher number means a higher degree of quality and price.
Do not rely on online or retail sales that announce sale of Persian rugs as many of such organizers even pass of other makes of rugs as Persian.
It is very important to buy a Persian rug with an invoice that clearly states all attributes of the make as well as the price. It should also be duly signed.
An authentic Persian rug often carries the signature of the weaver that stands as a mark of genuineness.

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