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Indian CarpetsIndian carpets often reflect the influence of
Persian carpets, yet they have made a unique place for themselves by
their exquisite patterns, attractive colors and elegance. The typical
knotted Persian carpet weaving reached India during the 13th -14th
century and was treated as a royal craft. The craft flourished the most
in Kashmir and parts of Uttar Pradesh. Knotted carpets are either of
silk or wool piled with cotton wefts generally. The patterns can be
traced to have a Persian origin and so do the color schemes. By and
large the Indian carpets color schemes are considered subtler than their
Persian or Turkish counterparts.
Namda or the felt wool carpet making flourished in Himachal Pradesh, Kashmir and Rajasthan and is known for intricate chain stitch embroidery and applique work. Traditional Indian carpets are called dhurries. They are the Indian counterparts of Turkish kilims. They are flat weaves and may be woolen or cotton. Patterns vary with the region and can be geometric, floral or traditional dikat patterns. Indian Carpets Types As per the weaving style and the place of origin, Indian carpets can be categorized into following types:
The real history of Indian carpets started with the Great mughal emperor Akbar the great. The carpets woven in his time were exclusive created with great artistic skills. Each carpet was unlike the other but infused with a common magic of colors and design.  The
real history of Indian carpets started with the Great mughal emperor
Akbar the great. The carpets woven in his time were exclusive created
with great artistic skills. Each carpet was unlike the other but infused
with a common magic of colors and design. In the 17th century, Persian influence was replaced by the Indian character. During Jahangir's reign, much emphasis was given on the representation of Zoological and natural characters on the carpets and the rugs. In the reign of Shahjahan, who was son and successor of Jahangir, this style reached full expressive maturity, evident in the perfect realism of its renderings and close attention to detail. Designs and Patterns Patterns and designs are the most important parts of the carpets. The carpet weavers of India, freed carpets from the limitation of space, repeated intricate and infinite patterns. The carpets have symmetrical designs which are executed in an orderly fashion and abstract into dense ornamentation. The figurative pattern is carefully combined with the geometric and floral motifs and the arabesque. The procedure followed by the weaver is simple. The weavers draw their designs and transfer them to graph paper on which each square represents a single knot. Depending on whether the pattern is is intended for the center medallion or for a part of a repeated pattern the paper is divided into varying parts. In the region of Kashmir and Amritsar, Talim technique is used to manufacture carpets and rugs. This is time intensive process. Color chart indicates the number of knots to be woven in their respective colors. As indicated by the signs, the colours and number of knots are woven. Weaving Looms Roller-beam loom is the commonly used loom in India to give the carpet-weavers creative expressions. The more simple variant of this loom consist of two horizontal wooden beans between which the wrap threads are stretched. One of the beam is located at the front of the weaver whereas the other beam is located behind the first beam. The carpet is rolled to the back of the loom as the knotting proceeds. The knots used by the Indian carpet weavers is asymmetrical or Persian knot which is tied with a strand of Yarn around two adjacent warp threads, leaving some threads free at either side for the lateral selvedges. Every knot is separated from its neighbour by a loop which is cut after the next shoot of weft. Colour Indian carpets and Indian rugs are known for their exotic colors. These colors are when mixed with material and designs, they acquire a radiance that is alive. Dyes used are mainly natural. Nearly all types of colors with different shades are used. Red, green, blue, yellow, pink, white and brown are used on Indian carpets.  The feel The basic materials used for manufacturing carpet in India has always been wool and silk. The silk carpets of Kashmir is famous world wide. Washing And Finishing After the carpet is manufactured, it is washed and cleaned to bring its lusture and sheen back. Before washing, the carpet goes through the stage of burning the back of the carpet, rubbing with wired brush and berai to make it even. Soap, bleaching powder and other natural chemicals are used for washing carpets and rugs. After washing is completed, it is kept in the sunlight for drying and then it is sent for clipping. The carpets get their final look after they are being clipped and treated chemically. About India  India
is one of the oldest civilization. Its history dates back to 3000B.C
which was the age of Indus valley civilization. It saw the rule of many
dynasties and kingdoms. In ancient Period it saw the rule of great kings
like Ashoka, Chandraguptamaurya , Kanishka and Harsha. Buddhism and
Jainism originated here. It is the land known for its spiritual
traditions and values. In the medieval period it saw the rule of great
Emperor and Shahjahan who beautified India with magnificent structures. Politically India is the largest democracy of the world, Economically it is the third largest economy of the world. Popular tourist spots of the country includes: Taj Mahal
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