Carpets based on Methods

INDIAN HAND-KNOTTED CARPETS

The art of carpet weaving in India was significantly influenced by the Mughals, who introduced this intricate craft during their rule. The technique was brought to India in the 16th century, when Emperor Akbar invited skilled Persian artisans to train local weavers, thus laying the foundation for a rich and enduring carpet tradition.

Supported and patronized by the royal courts and nobility, carpet weaving flourished as a respected art form. The early designs were heavily inspired by Turkish and Persian motifs, characterized by elaborate floral patterns, medallions, and arabesques. Over time, these designs underwent a process of Indianization, gradually incorporating local cultural elements, color schemes, and symbolic motifs.

One of the most prominent regions to adopt and adapt this technique was Kashmir, where the craft evolved into a unique expression of Kashmiri art and tradition. Kashmiri carpets became renowned for their fine knotting, luxurious materials (including silk and wool), and intricate patterns, often reflecting local flora and natural landscapes.

INDIAN HAND-WOVEN CARPETS

It is a broad category which includes hand knotted carpets as well as flat weave carpets. Knotted carpets include the traditional Persian carpets. The quality of hand-woven carpets can be judge by tightness of the weaves and density of the knots.

INDIAN HANDTUFTED CARPETS

INDIAN HANDTUFTED CARPETS In this technique, the carpets have their pile injected a backing material with the help of tufting gun, which is itself bonded to a secondary backing cloth with the use of latex solution to provide stability. Then third backing cloth is used with and finishing is carried out. The tufted carpet can be produced either with loop pile or cut pile.