“Design execution is a function of a properly matched design and knot count, as well as proper sheering height. Although similar designs can be expressed in both a coarse and high knot count, th …”
One of the more unusual and unexpected elements of Oriental Rugs is the different appearance from one side to the other. These are commonly known as the light and dark sides of the carpet which is mainly due in part to the direction of the pile. Take a look here for an explanation of such perception and some great photographs as well.
“This page illustrates some nice attributes which add character to a hand made rug.
Looking at the reverse side of the carpet, the image below shows a "dropped warp" twisted …”
“Please Note: All knots are pictured upside down on a "single plane" for easy understanding about looping knots, with wefts omitted. All knots are shown in a simplified vers …”