Description
We have recently purchased this stunning Antique Amritsar carpet woven in the late 19th century, with faded and worn dyes of off-white, grey with golds and plum to pink hues. The darker areas we can see in the background colour are a mixture of dye change, from off-whites to darker grey tones and some wear mixed in. This has created an ancient feel and look, combined with the plum border colour, it is a wonderful palette and design.
Amritsar adapted their traditional carpet designs to correspond with western tastes and European influences, this piece is a fine example of their changing designs. The condition is good with some old restoration in minor areas, the wool pile height is quite consistent and good over the majority of this large scale carpet. We supply the best anti-slip underlay with all our carpets and rugs, this aids the carpets condition and stops any movement of the carpet on any floor type.
Amritsar rugs and carpets are produced in Amritsar located in the northwest of India, near the Kashmir region. While India does in fact boast a long history of weaving fine rugs and carpets Amritsar rugs are unique in the wide gamut of traditional Indian styles. This is because the weavers of Amritsar had not developed a distinctive style of rug making until the early nineteenth century – hundreds of years after other regions of India had first developed their own weaving traditions. While regions of southern and western India began weaving Persian-influenced rugs during the reign of the Mughal Emperors, who preferred the traditional aesthetics and design elements of the Persians, the weavers of Amritsar took their direction from somewhere different: the sensibilities of the West.
- We offer several options to help you further.
- You can request to reserve this carpet for your project or home.
- Organise a home viewing at a convenient time
- Or book in a showroom visit…….whichever helps you best, we are here to help, contact us in your preferred way, and we very much look forward to hearing from you, thank you.
Generally speaking, Amritsar rugs are based upon European influence and Western taste, a decision made by the weavers following the incredible explosion in demand for carpets in both the United States and Europe during the nineteenth century.[1] Basing design elements on Western tastes as opposed to Indian traditions, the weavers of Amritsar fashioned a style that is unique and easily distinguished from other Indian styles. Using high quality wool, Amritsar rugs are manufactured with a cotton foundation, double weft and an asymmetrical knot – all of which contribute to its luxurious feel.
We have been visiting customers all over the UK from London to Aberdeen, Ireland and Europe over the last 25 years. If you would like us to show you this stunning Amritsar carpet and any alternatives in-situ it would be a pleasure to show it to you. Request a home visit or contact us to arrange a day and time.
