Aubusson Runner Rug carpets and rugs The early history of carpets

The early history of carpets in France is tied to the story of two weaving ateliers

this contemporary piece will integrate any space with its overlaid design and lively colorwork

Intricately hand-knotted by individual artisans using centuries-old techniques

In addition to inheriting its name from the exotic peafowl bird

They were a response to the North American fashion taste that intended to modify the boldness of traditional persian and oriental rugs in order to give a muted and antique look of natural wood color that was desired by the modern fashion industry and interior design community

Aubusson Runner Rug carpets and rugs The early history of carpetsThese type of carpets originated at the beginning of the 20th century in the small village of Bakshaish near Heriz in North West Persia. Finishing: The finishing of this carpet was done using centuries old traditional techniques. Once its laborious hand knotting was completed, it was rolled and entirely submerged in a sanitizing bath where its fibers fully absorbed all cleaning liquid. After which it was laid flat on the ground where a team of