Handmade Rugs in India

You will agree that four walls will only make a building. But to transform it into your home you need to change it into a place of comfort. And to bring that comfort level to your home, you have the handmade rugs from India.

The handmade rugs industry has been a part of India for centuries now. But it is only in the past quarter century that Indian rugs have grown in leaps and bounds. There are various types of rugs handmade in India today like Shaggy rugs, Woollen rugs, and Stylish and Designer rugs apart from the traditional Mogul style rugs, Prayer rugs, Floral rugs and the Antique Indian Rugs. Kashmir has been a pioneer in the field of rug and carpet making in the country apart from few other states like Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh.

The primary characteristic and feature of Indian rugs is their intense and singular palette. These palettes are based on green, light blue, yellow and pink colours. There is no doubt that Indian rugs have an influence of the Persian style rugs. But these handmade rugs distinguish themselves from the Persian ones with their strong sense of pictorial usage and asymmetry.

The Indian rugs design have an inclination towards figural scenes and natural floral designs. Thus, the feel and the look of rugs from India are generally very aristocratic, rich and refined. This makes them stand out in the world of rugs and carpets.

Today, therefore, the Indian handmade rugs industry is considered to be among the most traditional  yet technically accomplished one. It has today reached the height of fame and is renowned for its impressive colour matching, beautiful designs, and elegant and exquisite craftsmanship.

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