Bakhtiari rug
The Bakhtiari rug, along with other weavings, is a major artform of the
Since the early 19th century, Bakhtiari rugs have been exported around the world.Geography
While originally woven by nomadic Bakhtiari, However, Bakhtiari patterns are copied in other weaving centers in Iran, Pakistan, India and China; the location-based name often refers to the place of origin of the pattern and the quality of the rug, rather than to its place of actual manufacture. Saman and Hori are now regarded as grades of Bakhtiari rugs, rather than as geographical terms.
Structure
Bakhtiari carpets are based on a cotton foundation (
The sizes vary from narrow hall carpets to large room designs, often up to 4 m × 5 m. The larger rugs tend to be very rare and harder to come by. Similarly, older rugs, often coveted by collectors, can be extremely costly.
Patterns
Patterns are usually floral or garden inspired. The Khesti, an established garden motif, is perhaps the most well-known rug design. The carpet is divided into individual squares with animals and plants acting as symbols. Another influential design features a decorated field with lattice designs and floral ornaments.
Colors
The use of colors varies depending on styles of certain tribes. Generally they include shades of white, reds, browns, greens, and yellows. Blue does not appear to feature.[citation needed] Natural dyes produce variations in color, which are particularly obvious on older Bibibaffs.
Notes
References
- ISBN 978-1-85149-268-8.
- ISBN 978-0-19-518948-3.
- ^ "Double-bag (khorjin), front, Bakhtiari tribe, Iran, 19th or 20th century". Washington, DC: The Textile Museum. Archived from the original on September 13, 2012.
- ^ a b "Carpet Gallery: Bakhtiari". Farhangsara. Archived from the original on 26 February 2014.
- ISBN 978-0-89471-739-0.
- ^ a b "Carpet glossary: A-C: Bibibaff". CarpetEncyclopedia. CarpetVista AB Sweden. Archived from the original on 25 February 2015.