Persian Agra Jail Revial- Fearsome

318,000

During the reign of the British empire over India, weaving centres were established in the Indian Jails where looms were setup and prisoners were trained by weavers from Persia. The resulting carpets were of exceptional quality and were made using the finest pure wool. The most famous of these weaving centres was the Agra Jail. This is an original antique in mint condition

  • Reference Number

    C-453
  • Size In Feet

    9.10 x 8.1
  • Size In Cms

    300 x 246
  • Material

    Silk and Wool
  • Colour

    Rustic Royal Red, Dusty Yellow, Pale Green
In stock
C-453

Product Details

The Mughal period was the golden era of carpet weaving in the sub-continent under the patronage of the great Mughal emperor, Akbar, who nurtured all forms of arts and craft. Carpet weaving, during his reign was elevated to an art form. The various prisoners of war were taught by expert weavers to create some of the most stunning carpets in history.