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Captivating the Artistry of Bakhtiari Rugs: Crafting Tradition and BeautyJourney with us through time and culture as we explore the enchanting world of Bakhtiari rug weaving. The Bakhtiari tribe, an ancient and indigenous community of Persia, has a history and art that spans back 15,000 years, as discovered by archaeologists in the ancient region of Tang-e Pidah. This community, deeply rooted in nomadic and pastoral traditions, has always been known for its distinct identity and contribution to the world of art and craftsmanship.At the heart of Bakhtiari's artistry lies the exquisite craft of rug weaving. A tradition that dates back...

The one thing that is uniform in all Persian carpet stores the world over, is the naming of carpets. It might be less important to a buyer who is just looking to buy a beautiful carpet, but it is of utmost importance to collectors, investors, etc. The naming of Persian carpets was not always as academic as it is today. In previous centuries they were all simply called Turkish, Anatolian, Oriental, Caucasian or Persian identifying it as the highly valued handicrafts from the exotic East.It is only when the trading powers tipped in favour of the West during the 1800’s...

The Sasanids, the pearl roundel design and its influence on the WestThe lands of Persia were ruled by the Sasanid Dynasty from 224 to 651 AD. It was a dynasty that not only promoted art, music and creativity; but it was also renowned for its military skill and strategies, excellent foreign relations strategies and ceremonies at the royal court. The dynasty enjoyed favourable relations with China and India because all of them benefited and relied on the Silk Road for their economic growth and naturally these cultures influenced each other’s arts. The Sasanid dynasty was well known for its silk...