Aubusson Runner Rug renaissance style The early history of carpets

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

but no examples survive

This pictorial rug is a representation of a scene in Sundarbans forest which in Bengali means "Beautiful Forest"

8 million dollars US by Sothebys in New York back in 2013

100% Pure Wool

Aubusson Runner Rug renaissance style 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