The production of luxury carpets is one of the most valuable forms of ancient art. Historians speculate that the first rug was woven by nomadic tribes, covering the earth buildings of the tents and providing warmth on cold winter nights. The ruins of carpets gathered from the tombs of ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia have led historians to confirm that many types of complex weaving techniques existed more than 4,000 years ago. This form of art is also derived from the history of this just-starting Israeli state. After their enslavement from Egypt, the Bible mentioned the elaborate tapestry made by professional craftsmen to line up on the wall of the tabernacle. In his writings, the Greek poet Homer (900-800 BC) often mentions the practice of laying a carpet on a stool, but there is no special design for discussion and weaving. However, the Roman poet Ovid (43 BC) described an elaborate ancient Greek tapestry depicting the legend of Alatchin. The goddess Athena turned Arachin into a spider because she skillfully weaved a fabric depicting the passionate adventures of the gods, because Athena knew she had been replaced by Alachin’s skills. Many historians believe that this legend originated in the commercial competition of the fluffy wool textile trade in the southwestern part of Anatolia, Turkey in the 2nd century BC, which is even known today for its tapestries and kilims (planar weaving) Carpets, geometric patterns often contain symbolic patterns)). Historians agree that in the fifth century BC, carpet production reached a height of artistry and complexity in ancient Persia. In 1949, Russian archaeologists discovered one of the oldest knotted carpets found, confirming this assumption. This luxurious and well-designed wool and silk rug is located in a famous Cythian burial site in the Pazyryk Valley, on the heights of the Altai Mountains in Central Asia, with Persian motifs, distinguished from the unique dynasty of the Achaemenian Cyrus the Great. When Cyrus conquered Babylon in 539 BC, he was awed by the brilliance of the fine carpet he had encountered. Many historians believe that this prompted him to introduce a fine discipline of ingenious carpet making throughout the Persian Empire. However, other historical records mention that before he conquered Babylon, the gorgeous carpet decorated his court. Cyrus is best known for an unprecedented tolerant ruler and visionary humanitarian – a great man of freedom and human rights.
The true PERSIAN RUGS has been recognized as a wise investment in MILLENNIA… After conquering Babylon, Cyrus was praised by the Jewish community of Babylon, who welcomed him as a liberator. In 539 BC, he allowed more than 40,000 Jews to leave Babylon, return to Palestine and rebuild the temple. Marco Polo described the beauty of the Turkish and Caucasian carpets there during the crossing of the Caucasus and Anatolia in 1271. Later, Europe began to import oriental carpets. The world-famous Persian expert, Mr. Hakim of Hakim Carpets in Toronto, explained, “The design of Persian rugs is unique because each one is unique to a particular village, region or family. Na’in, Isfahan and Tabriz – All famous carpet nicknames - are named after places. For example, Shiraz’s design comes from the Shiraz region of Persia, which produced the original Shiraz wine in ancient times. "Hakim added: " The Persian carpet industry is considered to be a very glorious business, and its craftsmen have strict honor rules for the iconic design of each carpet. Persian carpets are known for their quality and use of natural materials, and for complex design work. Known for maintaining high ethical standards and prohibiting the use of child labor. “Antique carpets are an investment that will appreciate over time. The $34 million carpet auctioned at the Sotheby’s auction in New York City is a 17th-century Persian vase masterpiece from the Tabriz area. Today, carpets are ubiquitous and often produced in poor countries. The designs of these rugs look like real Persian originals, not made of high-quality natural materials, but often rotated to create a knotted look. The legality of the carpet is always evident in its knot. In addition, the color of the imitation carpet will fade, and the good carpet will become more beautiful over time, and their value will only increase with wear and tear. Like fine wines and paintings, carpets take time to age and don’t make them stale. In addition to being a beautiful and decorative ornament for any home or office, antique rugs are a reliable and wise investment.
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