Indian Jaipur Wool & Silk

Indian Jaipur Wool & SilkSeveral centuries ago, Persian rug weavers were brought to India to practice their craft in a new country. Often featuring patterns of Persian origin, hand knotted carpets are now produced on a large scale in Inida. For example, Indian cashmere carpets which are knotted from high quality natural silk but are much more affordable than their Persian counterparts are becoming increasingly popular.

the Sumak is geometrically patterned wit tribal motifs (usually small birds) and works equally well with traditional

and hunting scenes

and this mood is reflected in the design of Sarouk (Saruq) rugs: a stunning fusion of angular floral patterns (with or without a central medallion) and primitive geometrics

making them thick

Using ultra-fine silk fibres

the Herati motif and garden elements in ivory

Indian cashmere carpets

influenced by the Persian varieties

these pieces are always knotted in rich reds and blues

The pile is relatively short when compared to other oriental rugs because of the antique washing process

The wool used is very shiny

which accounts for the similarity in style between Shahsavan rugs and those developed by the Turkomans and tribes from Central Asia