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[[Indian Carpet|India]] is a country located in South Asia. Indian art and culture was introduced to the world by the Mughal Empire (1526-1858), starting in the sixteenth century. The first Mughal emperor, Babur, conquered the region in 1526 and ruled until 1530. Akbar the Great (r. 1556-1605), the grandson of Babur, cultivated artistic and cultural movements in India. Akbar established a training school for carpet weaving and miniature painting in the city of Agra. Akbar's interest and support of art continued with his successors, Jehangir (r. 1605-1627) and Jehangir's grandson, Shah Jahan (r. 1628-1658). Under these Mughal rulers, the progress of India's art and architecture was rapid.('''[[Indian Carpet|Full article...]]''')
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The original carpet makers in [[Indian Carpet|India]] were immigrants from Persia, skilled weavers and artisans who moved there during the sixteenth century. Early Indian carpets feature a red background with traditional Persian Safavid carpets designs and weaving techniques. The carpets were produced in established workshops throughout northern and central India, most notably in the cities of Agra and Lahore.<br>
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Under Shah Jahan new carpet designs and motifs were introduced, such as the Lattice, Mihrab (prayer arch), Shrub, and single tree. The Polonaise carpets style was also popular. Most often the carpets had a cotton foundation and a wool pile. The asymmetric (Persian) knot was used.('''[[Indian Carpet|Full article...]]''')

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The original carpet makers in India were immigrants from Persia, skilled weavers and artisans who moved there during the sixteenth century. Early Indian carpets feature a red background with traditional Persian Safavid carpets designs and weaving techniques. The carpets were produced in established workshops throughout northern and central India, most notably in the cities of Agra and Lahore.
Under Shah Jahan new carpet designs and motifs were introduced, such as the Lattice, Mihrab (prayer arch), Shrub, and single tree. The Polonaise carpets style was also popular. Most often the carpets had a cotton foundation and a wool pile. The asymmetric (Persian) knot was used.(Full article...)