Pakistani Chobi Vegetable Dye

Pakistani Chobi Vegetable DyeChobi comes from Persian word 'chob' meaning wood (or the dyes found in wood). Chobi rugs have unique characteristics that differentiate them from others carpets, including the process of hand knotting on the spindle of the loom. They were developed in Lahore in response to the North American demand for traditional rugs without traditionally strong colours, hence their muted, antique appearance and natural wood colouring. Weaving centres were

copper tones

these large-sized

light red or turquoise for background contrast

The Tabriz's unique double weft is generally cotton or wool

Only the asymmetrical Persian knot is used

Diamond-shaped medallions are most often used

birds and trees in tribal motifs as well as geometrical diamonds

lush blues and greens and resplendent saffron yellows – that are made more lustrous by the silky wool used by Kurdish weavers

decorative rather than structural

who invaded Iran in the 13th century

The bold design of the Heriz rug originated with the Mongols

rugs were not simply utilitarian but also symbols of wealth