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|Master designers = [[Aqa Seiyd Mirza Afsari]], [[Amir Afsari]], {{Cl|Persian Rug and Carpet Designers|Other Names}} | |Master designers = [[Aqa Seiyd Mirza Afsari]], [[Amir Afsari]], {{Cl|Persian Rug and Carpet Designers|Other Names}} | ||
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− | + | Kashan rugs originate from Kashan an oasis town along the Kavir desert, in central Iran. It is one of the oldest cities in Iran, with archeological excavations in the Sialk hills indicating that this area was the home of pre-historic humans. As early as the 17th century Kashan had a well established silk area rug industry. Kashan rugs is still woven in the time honored traditions of the old masters, utilizing the same basic designs. Coveting by kings, at one time it was commonplace to see Kashan rugs hanging on palace walls all over the world. It is for this reason that it is also referred to as “the palace carpet”. Extremely dense Persian knots are used to weave Kashan rugs, producing an exquisite object of art. | |
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− | + | == History == | |
+ | == Materials == | ||
+ | === Foundation and Pile === | ||
+ | == Techniques and structures == | ||
+ | === Color and dyeing === | ||
+ | === Motifs and Designs === | ||
+ | === Weaving techniques === | ||
+ | == See also == | ||
+ | == References == | ||
+ | {{Reflist}} | ||
+ | == Bibliography == | ||
+ | * Abraham Levi Moheban, (2015), ''[[The Encyclopedia of Antique Carpets|The Encyclopedia of Antique Carpets: Twenty-Five Centuries of Weaving]]'', NewYork: Princeton Architectural Press. | ||
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[[fa:قالی_کاشان]] | [[fa:قالی_کاشان]] |
Revision as of 11:35, 4 December 2019
Kashan Rug | |
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![]() Design of Kashan Rug (Rugman) | |
General information | |
Name | Kashan Rug |
Original name | قالی کاشان |
Alternative name(s) | Kashan Carpet |
Origin | ![]() |
Category | City |
Master designers | Aqa Seiyd Mirza Afsari, Amir Afsari, Other Names |
Technical information | |
Common designs | Lachak Toranj, Afshan, Vagireh |
Common colors | Crimson, Navy Blue, Cream, Beige, Blue, Green, Yellow |
Dyeing method | Natural, Synthetic |
Pile material | Wool, Silk |
Foundation material | Cotton, Silk |
Knot type | Asymmetrical (Persian), Jufti |
Kashan rugs originate from Kashan an oasis town along the Kavir desert, in central Iran. It is one of the oldest cities in Iran, with archeological excavations in the Sialk hills indicating that this area was the home of pre-historic humans. As early as the 17th century Kashan had a well established silk area rug industry. Kashan rugs is still woven in the time honored traditions of the old masters, utilizing the same basic designs. Coveting by kings, at one time it was commonplace to see Kashan rugs hanging on palace walls all over the world. It is for this reason that it is also referred to as “the palace carpet”. Extremely dense Persian knots are used to weave Kashan rugs, producing an exquisite object of art.
History
Materials
Foundation and Pile
Techniques and structures
Color and dyeing
Motifs and Designs
Weaving techniques
See also
References
Bibliography
- Abraham Levi Moheban, (2015), The Encyclopedia of Antique Carpets: Twenty-Five Centuries of Weaving, NewYork: Princeton Architectural Press.