Zandi Rugs

Persian rugs are conceivably among the most coveted rugs in the world. Initially created as a simple necessity for nomadic, tent-dwelling peoples to protect against the harsh and cold elements, Persian rugs quickly developed into a cultural and artistic tradition. Bright colors and intricate designs brought warmth, comfort, and a form of literary expression to these desert wanderers.

Kings, noblemen, and affluent families began focusing on the intrinsic beauty and intricacy of Persian rugs, quickly elevating this art from to symbols of status. Persian rugs reveal a glimpse into a world of artistic excellence nurtured over more than 2500 years. One of the first carpet weavers among ancient civilizations, Persians built upon this tradition over the centuries, perfecting the art and achieving global notoriety for their craftsmanship.

The making of a Persian or Oriental rug requires tremendous skill and determination, as a single rug can take years to complete. As tribes would migrate periodically to follow each season, looms were dismantled. Each spring, looms would reappear, and tribesmen and women would begin the process again. Iran creates more rugs than any other nation – in fact more than all rug producing countries combined. This methodology continues to this day among various tribal regions.

Thousands of studies have been performed on trying to document and classify the various Persian designs, particularly by the ICC (Iran Carpet Company), finding that the base of original designs have been slightly modified over the centuries. The ICC classified these original patters as “main”, and any derivatives as “subordinate”. 

Approximately 19 patterns have been identified:

• Historic and religious buildings
• Shah Abbassi
• Spiral
• All-over
• Derivative
• Interconnected
• Paisley
• Tree
• Turkoman
• Hunting ground
• Panel
• European flower
• Vase
• Intertwined fish
• Mehrab
• Striped
• Geometric
• Tribal
• Composites

CURVELINEAR & FLORAL DESIGNS

Nature is a very prominent element in most Persian rugs, reflecting a widely held cultural respect for the natural world – flowers, vegetation, animals, etc. adorn almost all carpets as a decorative or primary element. Of all iconography, the central medallion is the most prevalent; with no two designed the same. Each weaver’s design is a unique and individual art piece and therefore has no duplicate, often mirroring the domes of Mosques. The most prevalent period of Persian rug making was in the Iranian Safavid Dynasty, under the Great Shah Abbas. He was responsible for institutionalizing the rug making industry, commissioning royal rug factories. Inspired by many different patterns, the common motif in this period was the Lily. Rugs of this period are among the finest available in the world.

One of the most famous designs came from Heart (Afghanistan), featuring a repeated diamond element, bordered by similar and complementary patterns. ORIENTAL RUGS Pictorial designs are the rarest of the 19 patterns, which does not follow any outline thereby rendering each rug entirely unique. Oriental rugs more commonly featured this rare design pattern. The weaving techniques are much more intricate and demanding, as it took a highly skilled artisan to create such a masterpiece. 

Started in Iran centuries ago by the creative class of poets, philosophers, and artists, this rug making technique provided an outlet of self-expression. It also became a form of historical record and cultural record keeping.

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Zandi Kilim

Kilims are significantly easier and less expensive to produce than standard Persian or Oriental rugs, and offer those starting their collection a good starting point. Making a Kilim involves a process of tightly wrapped and weft strands of weave, creating a smooth surface. These flat weaves are also the very basis for making cloth. They also involve slits, creating an interesting and sharp design pattern long sought after by collectors. Geometric shapes are enhanced by this weaving technique. 

Kilims are different from rugs in that they are created from interweaving colored wefts and wraps. Rugs are made by using short strands of various colors (wool) which are knotted to the wrap. The pattern only becomes clear once a great deal of the carpet has been made, making the process much more intuitive and challenging. The production technique of a Kilim informs and influences the design – relegating most of the designs to geometric shapes for lack of design control.

Kilims come in all shapes, sizes, colors, and designs, and are valued pieces of art.

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Zandi Tapestry

Tapestries are considered textile art as they are created by hand on vertical looms. The art of tapestry making comes in concealing the weft-facing weaving within the final product. Cloth weaving exposes both the product and the manner in which it was produced. Linen or cloth is commonly used as a base for these pieces, and typically wool or cotton threads are used in the weaving. Alternative materials have also been used, particularly gold, silver, and silk. 

Tapestries have also been an art form for centuries, adorning Palaces, Temples, Churches, and Mosques. Often times, artisans would create cartoons of the final product to serve as a mock-up for the final work product. Its success is in part due to its portability – decorative tapestry is easily mobile and was often transported with Kings and noblemen to various locations. They also served a more utilitarian purpose – as insulation during the winter. 

Zandi Persian Tapestry

Persian handmade upholstery, Zandi Printing tablecloth (dinner, kitchen, coffee table, end table) and bed cover in a variety of sizes and designs; 100% cotton made with organic colors.

GHALAMKAR UPHOLSTRY

Created in the city of Isfahan, this hand-printed fabric is made through an assortment of wooden patterned stamps. Each stamp has its own color and design and is combined together into one singular tapestry. Four primary colors – two natural mineral colors and two man-made colors – are used in producing this Persian Tapestry. Once the design has been applied, the fabric is boiled in water, thus stabilizing the color. Following tradition, the fabric is then washed in the river, whose waters enhance the colors on the fabric. After boiling the tapestry a second time, and naturally dried, the tapestry comes to life in its final form.

ZANDI GHALAMKAR

Zandi Rugs Ghalamkar is a form of handicraft utilizing a process centuries old, creating artwork to adorn any room. This kind of material is made from pure cotton, and made in varying widths ranging between 30 to 220 cm, which are cut into various lengths depending on the type of work or its desired quality. The margin strings are produced into larger pieces to be processed at the Zandi Rugs facility.

A brief summery of Zandi history:

The oldest sample of Zandi has been attained from the figures on the walls of Egyptian tombs 2000 B.C. Archeological reports indicate that some Zandi samples have been found in the tombs of the Sakka brothers, four centuries B.C. The oldest samples are some models like that of Zandi whose precedence is the same as those Zandies discovered in the Sakka tombs in Egypt. The most ancient Zandi molds discovered in Iran include three stone molds and some clay dishes belonging to the 4-5 A.D. among whose shapes were discovered some fluffs of wool.

The art of Zandi making flourished in Isfahan, Hamedan and Yazd in the Seljuk period getting to its flourished pick in the Safavid dynasty, which led to creating new designations. The art from began to flourish again during the Qajar period. Unfortunately, this art got an unprecedented stagnation during the World Wars I and II until it was almost completely destroyed. However, by the efforts of a few artists it flourished again and is available to a new generation. Fortunately, this work is beginning to flourish each day in Isfahan.

The first process of cloth dying:

The cloth and the spun margin strings are transferred to the river Zayandehrud to be washed and dyed with pomegranate peel and shortened by water. Once they are dried naturally they are brought back to the workshop.

The second process of cloth dying:

Once the material returns it is impressed with up to five different colors, with black used initially to set the pattern. Each mold is hand carved into the bark of a pear tree by skilled artists. The black paint is made of alum and tragacanth made by the Zandi master himself. A red color, produced from alum or roses, is used next create a secondary pattern, followed by blue which is based on a petroleum extract. None of these colors are applied directly to one another, but instead create their own isolated pattern. Once the cloth design has been completed it is laid out on steaming pots for over an hour and baked in the sun directly. Finally, the cloth is boiled and washed in the river, which enhances each color.

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Zandi Paintings

Zandi Rugs has connections with fine art galleries, dealers, and distributors worldwide – connecting you to original pieces of traditional and modern rug paintings from around the world. Our selection is comprised of many works from acclaimed artists throughout Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Each work of art comes adorned in a well suited frame, typically straight from the gallery wall to your home. 

Traditional paintings were often still life or pictorial in nature. Many of the pieces we offer are historic works of art, in addition to new and upcoming talented artists. Come view our fine selection of artwork and contact our design department to schedule a consultation in your artwork purchase.

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Zandi Art & Gifts

Persian art and handmade crafts also have a long and illustrious tradition, dating back to the Hellenic period. Typically inscribed with images that convey a story, religious iconography, or symbols of prosperity, these pieces have long been a reflection of the detailed history of Persian art. Zandi Rugs has a special relationship with distributors connected with this ancient artisan trade that still operates to this day. Each of these items has been created by hand, following the same ancient techniques that have been handed down over the centuries. 

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California Rugs

Since 1955, Zandirugs has been serving his customers with fine Persian and Oriental Rugs. Innovative and creative designs are the hallmark of California Rugs , which as leveraged old-world artistry of design with quality customer service. Zandi Rugs is a proud representative of Zandi Rugs, and has unparalleled access to the latest designs and styles sought by the design community.

Zandi Rugs carry California Rugs to complement the service that we provide, while passing along our competitive pricing to offer the finest quality at the very best price.

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