Oriental Rug of Houston Hand Knotted Medallion ChandCertified Silk 340-400 KPSI Persian Oriental Area Rug (2'6"x4')"
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Bring home the timeless beauty of Kashmiri craftsmanship with this exquisite hand knotted silk rug. Featuring an intricate medallion with a chothai and chand pattern, this rug was made by skilled artisans from rural cottage units over a period of 9 months. The interplay of light and silk threads gives it a luminal quality, while the high knot count of 340-400 kpsi ensures its fine quality. Comes with Govt. of India certification of authenticity. Features: Hand knotted silk rug from Kashmir Ornate medallion with chothai and chand pattern Interplay of light and silk threads gives a luminal quality High 340-400 kpsi knot count ensures fine quality Comes with Govt. of India certification of authenticity History: With a history dating back to the 14th century, Kashmir carpets are renowned for their exemplary craftsmanship and fine quality. Introduced to the Kashmir valley by Mir Sayyed Ali Hamadani, a Sufi saint from the Persian city of Hamadan, the weaving industry flourished under the reign of Kashmiri King Zain-ul-Abdin. Persian design influences are evident in the intricate lattice systems as background for floral motifs, millefleur pattern, Persian Chahar Bagh, Garden of Paradise layout, and medallion. The Kashmir carpet also embraced specific Indian motifs and Mughal symbology of hunting and nature's grandeur. The paisley, chinar tree, and tree-of-life are significant and culturally important motifs used in typical Kashmiri designs.
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