The history of the carpet: where the magic began Ride?

The carpet industry can be compared on a magical ride from obscurity to fame. Its origin is as vague as the purposes for which they served. Some archaeological evidence shows that carpets were significant – either as floor coverings, curtains, tokens or gifts from one tribe to another, ceilings, canopies and covers for graves. It was not to determine exactly who the first woven carpet – it was the Persians, the Egyptians, the Chinese or the Mayan tribe? Or was it simply a byproduct of the wandering nomads?

The best were used to decorate palaces and luxurious building, but carpets remained unclear until they were introduced in most homes, with far less opulent tastes. Carpets are now within the reach of most families who feel their comfortable compared to other types of flooring demand.

But under his feet the carpet to give their first heat? Everything and everyone has a story to tell. This is your rug is:

A misty start.

Carpet-making was perhaps a skill developed out of necessity, since most inventions. It is not to say the evidence collected, which they arise, but archaeological finds identified groups of people they maintained until the craft rose to prominence in the homes of distinction.

The oldest type of knotted carpet was discovered in Pazyryk Valley in Siberia. They were found in the tombs of Scythian chiefs, and were estimated to be 2500 years to arrange return.

The Persian Connection.

Babylon fell to the hands of Cyrus in 539 BC, Cyrus himself fell into a deep admiration for layers and layers of carpet he saw in Babylon, and perhaps was instrumental in the introduction to the craft Persia. Cyrus was so with carpets that he deepened most of them to the grave. In his burial grounds in Pasargadae, valuable carpets were found.

In Persia, carpet making flourished. Sheep and goats in herds where a steady supply of quality wool, Persia, was making the heart of the carpet, where she developed the craft to art.

The Chinese Influence

Recent excavations in China proved the existence of a previously announced Sassanian dynasty, between AD 224 and 641st Also demonstrated documented evidence, were the presence of carpets.

Emperor Heraclius, in one of his conquests brought home, along with his victory, a 90 square-feet garden carpet as “Spring of Khosrow,” known, recognized as the most valuable carpet of all time.

The Turkish Impact

Seljuk, the founder of the Turkish tribe, Arab Caliphate, has a strong influence on carpet history. When he conquered Persia, introduced the Turkish Seljuk women node to most Persian carpet designs. Until that day, most of Persian carpets reflexes of Turkish pride – with its permanent node.

The Mongolian Inspiration

Remains of the legendary carpets were found in the palace of Tabriz, of Ghazan Khan. The most remarkable time in the history of Persian carpets came, however, when Shah Abbas came to power. He initiated workshops for rugs and used the skills and craftsmanship of designers. Trade to Europe was opened. Invasion of the Afghans in 1722 cut short those glory years.

Only much later, towards the end of the 19th Century to make a comeback as a carpet.

European and American companies do carpet ignited again, and most of these companies also set up office in Iran.

A magical journey?

Unlike its counterpart, Walt Disney did not make carpet through an enchanted transition from anonymity to prominence over. As deep as the color of the carpet color was making a silent witness to many changes in the annals of history, as well as some illustrious victories. Maybe the reason why a carpet is never boring, most of the time, it comes with vibrant colors, deeper shades and sumptuous designs.

Carpet weaving is one of the most popular handicrafts in Iran and the rest of the world. Persian carpets are, from far and large, recognized as the most valuable variety, with its elaborate tapestry of colors, designs and patterns