Antique Indian Striped Cotton Dhurrie in Teal Green and Light Blue

The weaving of flat-woven cotton carpets known as dhurries is cited in Mughal chronicles of the 15th century. Probably one of the earliest forms of floor covering, dhurries were wove...

The weaving of flat-woven cotton carpets known as dhurries is cited in Mughal chronicles of the 15th century. Probably one of the earliest forms of floor covering, dhurries were woven in various formats according to their function, which range from bed covers to prayer mats. Most were produced in the northern region of Rajasthan, almost always in the local jails. These were often commissioned for specific areas of the Maharaja's palaces. This very unusual example has a perfectly square format, and was probably commissioned for a specific place of a palace. It's signed by the weaver (N.N. Shah) and it's distinguished for its unique cranberry red open field framed by a stunning geometric border with a pattern reminiscent of antique African textiles.

The weaving of flat-woven cotton carpets known as dhurries is cited in Mughal chronicles of the 15th century. Probably one of the earliest forms of floor covering, dhurries were wove...

The weaving of flat-woven cotton carpets known as dhurries is cited in Mughal chronicles of the 15th century. Probably one of the earliest forms of floor covering, dhurries were wove...

Cotton Vegetable Dyed Forest Green & Teal Blue Two Sided Scalloped Rug-4'x6' (Scallops runs on all 6' Sides) These special flat-weave dhurries are hand-w...

Cotton Vegetable Dyed Forest Green & Teal Blue Two Sided Scalloped Rug-4'x6' (Scallops runs on all 4 Sides) These special flat-weave dhurries are hand-wo...

Cotton Vegetable Dyed Teal Blue And Forest Green Two Sided Scalloped Rug-6'x9' (Scallops runs on all 6' Sides) These special flat-weave dhurries are hand...

Cotton Vegetable Dyed Forest Green & Teal Blue Two Sided Scalloped Rug-5'x8' (Scallops runs on all 5' Sides) These special flat-weave dhurries are hand-w...