| Article number | ICA21001 |
|---|---|
| Production type | Handknotted |
| Size | 294 x 388 cm |
| Thickness | 7 mm |
| Origin | Iran |
| Age | Old 20-50 years |
| Warp | Cotton |
| Pile | Wool |
| Knots per m² | ~ 160 000 / m² |
Kashmar carpets are woven in the small city of Kashmar in the Khorasan province of northeastern Iran. These carpets are considered elegant masterpieces and are highly appreciated for their harmonious colour combination and refined level of detail. The carpets usually come in larger sizes and are mostly woven with fine soft wool and a rather thick pile which makes them very soft to walk on.
Kashmar boasts a diverse array of designs and carpets with beautifully adorned central medallions and spandrel patterns that resemble the classical Keshan carpet are characteristic to the region.
The most famous and unique pattern however is the Zirhaki pattern. The Farsi word Zirhaki roughly translates to ”under the earth” or ”valuable discoveries during archaeological excavations” and refers to all the different types of items that are found in the ancient archaeological sites of Iran.
These items are beautifully depicted on the carpets, almost like an illustration that recounts significant historical events and stories from ancient Persia.
A Kashmar Zirhaki carpet is a rare find today and a particularly good investment.
Patina
Our collection of Patina carpets is comprised of older Persian carpets that all show signs of natural wear and ageing. The carpets are carefully selected with the intention of preserving their cultural heritage and breathing new life into them. All our Patina carpets are washed before undergoing a thorough inspection. If any signs of damage are found these are attended to, and if the pile is unevenly trimmed it is gently polished down to achieve an even pile and add a natural sheen to the carpet.
The result is a one-of-a-kind carpet that still possesses all the qualities of an older hand-knotted carpet. A beautiful carpet with a genuine feel that has intentionally been allowed to retain a distinct patina appearance: to be discovered and admired by yet another generation to come.
