Mughal Carpet Company - Agra India. Hand knotted carpets.
Mughal Carpet Company - Agra India. Hand knotted carpets.
The History & Design of Antique Indian Agra and Amritsar Rugs
The historic Indian city of Agra, best known as the home of the Taj Mahal, has a long and illustrious tradition of carpet weaving. Although the weaving industry in Agra was limited, its workshops produced graceful antique carpets, recognized for their superb artistry and excellent workmanship.
An elite group of the very finest 19th-century Agra region carpets is attributed to the town of Amritsar. These are known for their extremely fine craftsmanship, extraordinarily lustrous wool, and highly artistic designs and color combinations.
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Kanu Carpet Factory in Agra - Tour of the factory and showroom
A tour around the Kanu Carpet Factory and Showroom in Agra, India.
They showed us each stage of the carpets creation from design, construction, cleaning and cutting before taking us to their showroom to try and sell us them. Iain and Helena did but they are the only ones. It was quite funny as all the sales men would come from nowhere in the end I counted nine, each of them unrolling numerous rugs onto the floor.
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The history of Indian carpets entails that when Babur came to India, he was disappointed by lack of luxuries here. He missed the luxuries of Persia, which included the Persian carpet and thus Akbar laid the foundation of carpet weaving tradition in India, in 1580 AD at his palace in Agra. With their support he established carpet weavings centers at Agra, Delhi and Lahore to facilitate production of Persian styled carpets, which were inspired by designs of Kirman, Kashan, Esfahan, Heart and so on. Mughals not only used the Persian technique of carpet weaving, but were also influenced by traditional designs and motifs from Persia. Mughal carpets were as obscure as their miniatures and usually depicted court life, animals and floral decorations. Mughal carpets were brightly coloured and the hand knotted silk carpets had 4224 knots per square inch. However, most famous type of Indian carpets was the pile carpet, which came to India in the reign of Akbar in 16th century. In 1580A.D. Akbar brought certain Persian carpet weavers to India and established them in India. The art grew and flourished here and it was modified as per the royal tastes and mixed with the Indian arts. The Persian carpets were thus re-created in Indian forms. These carpets spread to the whole subcontinent with each area having its own specialties
Since the beginning, wool or silks have been the essential material of the knotted carpets. The wool may have a diversity of origins according to the type of carpet being made. Silk knots are also used in Kashmir region. The patterns of Indian carpets varied from vines and floral patterns, animal and bird figures and geometric and calligraphic patterns. Rugs from Akbar`s reign (1556-1605) used cotton warp and wool pile and a variety of color scheme had multiple shades of blues, greens, and other colors on a red and peach base. The patterns were a reworked copy of Persian style but later modified to Indian tastes.
Indian carpets during Jahangir`s reign (1605-27) were more superior. Materials like silk and pashmina were used that permitted greater number of knots to be included in the art works. Patterns of these Indian carpets resembled miniature paintings. Subtle gradations and shadings with yarns were themselves artistic. The patterns of these carpets were a reflection of manuscript paintings. The history of Indian Carpets show technically refined taste in both design and construction. The carpets had scrolling vines, flowering plants, and more naturalistic animals in pictorial or overall pattern.
During Shahjahan`s reign (1628-58) the art of Indian carpets had reached new heights. Warps and wefts of fine silk yarns incorporated as many as 2,000 knots per square inch. Silk or pashmina piles gave the carpets a velvety like texture. Yarn shading was as stylish as in Jahangir`s reign. Flowers were still the primary elements of design. During this era, the patterns were primarily floral all over with at times geometric or calligraphic trims. Chinese and European patterns also influenced the history of Indian carpets in their own way. Calligraphy influenced the carpet craft as it did the other crafts in India. Though like all other crafts, carpet making also saw a downfall for sometime, but the craft sustained in the traditional families.
The Indian carpets are considered most technically skillful classical craft. The carpet weavers throughout the history of India have grown artistically and are renowned for their exquisite designs, elegance, attractive colors and workmanship. In 1958 there were 14 factories with 350 looms and 80 cottage units with 400 looms. According to a survey in India, there were about 3500 carpet weavers in 1974. By the end of eighties their total number reached about 48000 people. This remarkable expansion of the carpet industry is mainly due to the programme of massive training introduced and sponsored by the All-India Handicraft Board. Under this programme numerous groups of girls have been trained that started a new development in job market of Kashmir. Another healthy sign of carpet industry`s growth has been its movement from the city of Srinagar to rural and semi-urban areas.(Source: Carpet Export Promotion Council of India)
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Persian carpet knotting in Agra, India
Persian carpet knotting in Agra, India in November 2017
Gold Zari Carpets
An air of mystery surrounds the bejewelled carpet. The opaque green malachite; the intense dark azure of lapis lazuri; the translucent reddish orange of carnelian; and the turquoise are the many gems that are believed to cure illness and ward off threats. It works as a talisman for the bearer and its numinous appeal holds everyone in awe and admiration.
Mughal Rugs and the fascinating History of the Mughal Empire
At the height of its power the Mughal's where developing pre-industrial concepts of manufacture and distribution. This led to the Mughal's creating some of the most beautiful textile art.
Featured is a Mughal piece done completely by needle work. Made of fine silk with garden flower designs on a linen backing. Also, featured is a fragment of a Mughal Pashmina from a much larger carpet. Amazing scene of riders hunting dear's with there dogs. Lastly, a Mughal carpet with mythical creatures and a scene with people from a palace having dinner, playing music, and playing with children.
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How the handmade carpets are made in Agra.
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Diwan-i-Khas/Khas Mahal: Red Fort, Delhi
Diwan-i-Khas/Khas Mahal: Red Fort, Delhi
The Diwan-i-Khas, or Hall of Private Audiences, in the Red Fort of Delhi built in 1571 was the place where the Mughal emperor Akbar received courtiers and state guests. It was also known as the Shah Mahal. It measures 90 x 67 feet. It consists of a rectangular central chamber, surrounded by a series of arches rising from marble piers. The lower parts of the piers are inlaid with floral designs, while the upper portions are painted and gilded. The four corners of the roof are surmounted by pillared chhatri. The ceiling, which was originally inlaid with silver and gold, was stripped bare by successive financial crises of the empire by the Jats or Marattas. The current ceiling was installed in 1911. The later Peacock Throne from after Nadir Shah's invasion once stood in this hall, towards the east side. Through the centre of the hall flowed the Stream of Paradise (Nahar-i-Bihisht). The building used to have red awnings, or shamianas. The interior was completely plundered following the Indian Rebellion of 1857. The throne, the carpets, and any other items went missing. The hall today is, therefore, only a shell of what it used to be.
Carpet Making in Agra
An example of the work that is required to make a carpet by hand knotting
carpet making in Agra, India-design and coloring stage (May 31st, 2015)
carpet making in Agra, India-trimming stage (May 31st, 2015)
Antique Agra Indian Rug #18292 by RADR
#18292
Agra - Indian
Size: 9'0x11'10
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The Carpet Cellar is India's largest Manufacturer of high quality Handknotted replicas of the original Mughal & Persian carpets, Pashmina Shawls & textiles. A family business run by second generation entrepreneurs Dhruv and Nishant Chandra, the Carpet Cellar is home to some mesmerising products that fuse ancient history with modern designs. Dhruv is currently writing a book on Carpets as Art and also dreams of setting up India's first carpet museum.
carpet making in Agra, India-weaving stage (May 31st, 2015)
A VISIT TO AKBAR'S TOMB, AGRA | Mughal architectural masterpiece | Sikandra, Agra
A VISIT TO AKBAR'S TOMB, AGRA | Mughal architectural masterpiece | Sikandra, Agra
The tomb's construction was completed by his son prince Salim also called Jahangir. Akbar planned the tomb and selected a suitable site for it. After his death, Akbar's son Jahangir completed the construction in 1605–1613. During the Islamic ruler Aurangzeb's time, the rebellious Jats rose against him under the leadership of Raja Ram Jat, they took the control of Agra fort after defeating Mughal forces. Mughal prestige suffered a further blow when Jats ransacked Akbar's intricate tomb, plundered and looted all the beautiful gold, jewels, silver and carpets, whilst destroying other things. He even, in order to avenge his father Gokula's death, plundered Akbar's tomb, looted it, opened the grave, and dragged out the bones. Aurangzeb was so furious that he captured Raja ram and got him killed mercilessly.
It is located at Sikandra, in the suburbs of Agra, on the Mathura road (NH2), 8 km west-northwest of the city center. About 1 km away from the tomb, lies Mariam's Tomb, the tomb of Mariam-uz-Zamani, wife of the Mughal Emperor Akbar and the mother of Jahangir.
Antique Agra Indian Rug #18978 by RADR
#18978
Agra
Size:10' 10'' x 11' 6''