Spice Up Your Home Decor With Lovely Persian Rugs by Chickie Maxwell
Shopping for Persian rugs to dress up your home decor can be quite an adventure. The hard work and detail that goes into one of these masterpieces is awe-inspiring. In a society where many people do not make things by hand anymore, those who dedicate their talents to such a work of art are amazing.
Nothing is as beautiful in the home decor world as a Persian rug. These ornate rugs are a part of the history of Persia. Carpet weaving is an art form, and one Iran relies heavily on for their economy. With recent knock-offs and machine-made imitations booming in the interior decorating industry, the market has taken a decline. However, nothing can replace the true quality of these handmade wonders. With over 80 percent of the rugs made exported, the country's economic stability is dependent upon these carpets and their oil trades.
Carpet weaving dates back to 500 BC. Because early rugs were woven out of silk, wool and cotton, there is nothing but shreds or remnants left. These fabrics rot and become worn over time. The oldest known surviving carpet was discovered in 1949 in Siberia on the grave of a Scythian prince. There are other countries that weave carpets, but Iran has the largest market with over 1.2 million weavers in their region. Iran also holds the title of making the largest handmade carpet in world history. This massive carpet was over 60,546 square feet.
There are three styles of Persian rugs. The Farsh / 'QÄ