Two-sided carpet art in Iran: a valuable heritage of elegance and originality
The two-faced rug is one of the most prominent Iranian handlooms, which has always attracted the attention of art and handicraft enthusiasts due to its unique elegance and high durability. This type of rug is woven in such a way that both sides have the same design and coloring and can be used from both sides. This unique feature has turned double-sided carpet into a valuable work of art and has given it a special place in the domestic and foreign markets.
The salient features of the double-faced rug are:
Similar and harmonious designs: The designs used in the double-sided carpet are woven in a completely similar and harmonious way so that they have the same effect on both sides.
Natural and diverse colors: In the double-sided carpet weaving process, natural vegetable and mineral colors are used, which creates a wide range of colors.
Low thickness and light weight: Due to the simple texture and the use of less weft, double-sided rugs have a low thickness and light weight.
High durability and longevity: The natural fibers used in the texture of these rugs increase their durability and longevity.
Types of double-sided carpets
Double-sided rugs are divided into different types based on design, color, size and texture area. Some of the most famous types of these rugs are:
Double-faced Qashqai rug: with geometric designs and happy and diverse colors
Two-faced rug: with slim and floral designs and dark and light colors
Simple double-sided carpet: with simple and uniform designs and soft colors
Double-sided carpet applications
Innovations in double-faced carpet design and texture
Modern and abstract designs: Glimweaving artists seek to combine traditional designs with inspiration from modern and abstract art. This has created double-sided carpets with very attractive and unique designs.
Use of new colors: In addition to natural colors, artificial colors are also used to create a wider range of colors in double-sided rugs. This allows designers to implement more complex designs.
Combined texture: Combining different textures such as plain weave, twill weave and zigzag weave in a rug gives it a special effect.
Three-dimensional texture: Some artists have succeeded in weaving two-faced rugs with three-dimensional designs by using special techniques.
Double-faced carpet is used in interior and exterior decoration due to its beauty and many uses. Among the uses of this carpet, the following can be mentioned:
Floor covering: use as a carpet or rug in different spaces
Tablecloth and mat: use in parties and various events
Wall decoration: use as a panel or wall hanging
Gifts and souvenirs: giving gifts to friends and acquaintances