The continuing Legacy of Persian Rugs

We can all easily recognize a Persian rug when we see one. They are all over the world. Persian rugs can be found in top department stores, and in everyday homes. They are beautiful pieces of artwork that tie the decorating of a room together and remind us of an ancient time long ago.

No matter how trendy and modern we become in our grand designs, there is nothing like a touch of history to complete the style of a room. A London high rise flat may have a Persian rug stretched out over its floor that resembles a rug stretched out over a room in the ancient palace of Persia where Cyrus the Great is believed to have introduced the art of making rugs around 500 BC..

There has been variation over the years when it comes to the style of Persian rug making, including the various patters, materials used, and designs. Much has been to do with who was reigning over Persia at a particular time. When the Turks invaded in the 11th century, they brought with them a particular style of knot work that is still found in some Persian rugs today.

During the Safavid dynasty, Persian rug trade spread throughout Europe. Throughout this notable period, workshops were funded and established throughout the land and the top artists would design the rugs that the most skilled designers would craft, using the best dyes, and the best wool from sheep who were especially raised to produce high quality wool.

Persian rug production and trade diminished considerable in the 18th century after the country was invaded by Afgans. The art could not stay oppressed for long though and by the end of the 19th century the industry began to flourish into what it it is now today. Employing 5 million people, one of Iran’s largest enterprises, hand made rugs are Iran’s larges non oil exports.

Although nowadays there is fierce competition from the machine made counterparts, fakes of the original designs, and cheaper quality substitutes, no one can mistake a genuine hand made Persian rug.

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