Silk flower carpet: a unique work of Iranian art and elegance
Silk flower carpet is one of the most valuable and beautiful types of Iranian handwoven carpets, in which the elegance and softness of silk is mixed with the art of weaving. In this type of carpet, the flowers and main motifs are woven in relief with silk thread, and the background is usually made of wool or fluff. This unique combination creates a work of art with high added value and beauty.
Distinctive features of the silk flower carpet:
Composition of materials: the simultaneous use of silk and wool or fluff creates a soft, delicate and at the same time resistant texture.
Flower and bush designs: The designs of these carpets are usually very delicate and complex and are executed with many details.
Vibrant and bright colors: Using high quality natural and chemical dyes creates vivid and bright colors.
Fine texture: Due to the use of silk in parts of the carpet, its texture is very fine and precise.
High economic value: due to the expensive raw materials, the time-consuming weaving and the complexity of the designs, these carpets have a very high economic value.
Types of silk flower carpet:
All-silk silk flower: In this type of carpet, all the flowers and the background of the carpet are woven with silk.
Wool silk flower: In this type of carpet, the flowers are woven with silk and the background is woven with wool.
Production areas:
Tabriz: Tabriz silk flower carpets are known for their slimy designs, complex flowers and bushes, and vivid colors.
Kashan: Kashan silk flower carpets are famous for their geometric designs and soft colors.
Qom: Qom silk flower carpets are known for their splash designs and various colors.