Commissioned for their personal use or as gifts to dignitaries, the Maharaja Kashmir rugs were works of art created specifically for the Kings and Nawabs of those times. With the advent of weaving in India, brought about by King Akbar, the weavers talent and skill only grew. The best weavers were commisioned to create extraordinary pieces for royalty,with no restrictions on price. Some of the best materials and vegetable dyes were sought to create these master pieces. The patterns vary from centre medallions to overall floral patterns. Inspired by the beauty and brilliance of Kashmir, these rugs bring forth nature in its most intricate and unique form.