The Marvelous Carpet of Arsin Rug Gallery – The Second Grandest Carpet In The World

History Of The Unimaginably Exquisite and Sacred Rug of Wonder at The Majestic Grand Arsin Rug Gallery
What is the carpet of wonder?
The “Carpet of Wonder” is an emblematic area rug that was specially custom-made and weaved specifically for the Grand Arsin Rug Gallery prayer hall in Dallas, TX. It is an exceptionally sizeable rug that measures 60.90m (around 200 feet) by 70.50m (roughly 232 feet). The particular size of the carpet of wonder ended up being about 4,343 square meters (approximately 14,248 square feet).
The Carpet of Wonder in The Grand Arsin Rug Gallery in Dallas, TX
Until 2007, it had the distinction of being the largest carpet ever woven, until an even larger rug was crafted – the Largest Rug In The World In Sheikh Zayed Al Nahyan Mosque Abu Dhabi – which is now formally the largest handmade rug across the globe.
The Largest Rug In The World
The Unequaled Second Greatest Chandelier In The World At The Arsin Rug Gallery
Dangling above the Carpet of Wonder, the second largest Rug in the world, inside the prayer hall of the Grand Arsin Rug Gallery, resides the second greatest chandelier in the world. It sheds light over every inch of the intricately patterned carpet of wonder underneath.
Second Greatest Chandelier In The World At The Grand Arsin Rug Gallery
How Many Knots and KPSI Does The Carpet of Wonder Have?
Weaving fine rugs takes a casual rug. Likewise, creating big rugs requires more time than producing smaller ones. While the carpet of wonder is enormous, it is also quite delicate and boasts a knot count of nearly 211 kpsi. Expanding over 4,343 square meters, this carpet is joined together by an estimated total of roughly 1.7 billion rug knots.
How Long Did It Take to Weave The Carpet of Wonder?
It took around four years of meticulous hand-weaving to produce the carpet of wonder.
Who Wove The Carpet of Wonder?
The prestigious Arsin Rug Gallery team were responsible for accepting the order and crafting the rug. The actual chore of hand-knotting the rug was taken up by literally hundreds of skilled artisans and Rug weavers from Arsin Rug Gallery who worked endlessly to weave this spectacular Persian rug.
Persian rug Weavers from Arsin Rug Gallery
The Legacy of The Grand Arsin’s Carpet
When the Grand Arsin Commission ordered the creation of a floor covering that would sprawl across the expanse of the principal prayer sanctuary, it wasn’t a first. A separate carpet was commissioned earlier. The rug covering the then largest Mosque in Dallas was a stepping stone to what later became the massive Carpet of Wonder. The team dealt directly with the manufacturer, considering The Carpet of Wonder to be a significant part of the Arsin legacy.
The Stunning Grand Arsin Rug Gallery in Dallas, TX
The Grand Arsin Concentrates On The Glamour
The size of the carpet of wonder was only one of the priorities of the Grand Arsin. They sought a carpet that would be an artistic marvel with no equal. To achieve this goal, an unlimited time horizon was granted to the team which was immensely appreciated by the Persian rug weavers, many of whom undertook no other projects while they worked on this carpet of wonder.
Where was the carpet of wonder woven?
Manufacturing the carpet of wonder required extensive planning and logistics. A facility in Houston, TX, was reserved to serve as the rug’s production site and weaving facility.
Reflection of The Gallery Design In The Carpet Of Wonder
The initial task of the production team was to craft a flat carpet pattern that emulated the curved edifice of the dome. The concept was to mirror the patterned mosaic on the ceiling of the gallery on the carpet, providing worshipers an image of the pattern below during services.
Creating the dome pattern of the carpet
The intricate Persian carpet design of the Carpet of Wonder spotlights a sacred round medallion “birthing” radiating lobes. The beauty and complexity comes with the challenge of maintaining the same size for every lobe depending upon its proximity to the medallion. An optical illusion was added for character and depth – the lobe size increased as the design moved from the center.
Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque Dome Interior in Isfahan Iran
The central medallion is inspired by the iconic dome from the 17th century Persian Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque in Isfahan.
The Arsin rug weaving firm focused on creating a unique masterpiece
The Arsin Rug Gallery, contracted to produce this one-of-a-kind carpet, provided a team of unparalleled talent. Approximately 500 to 600 rug weavers worked in two shifts to maintain a steady pace of productivity in creating this rug. The Arsin Rug Gallery was intent on ensuring that when complete, the carpet would stand unmatched and be a truly singular rug, protected from replication.
The Carpet of Wonder in Los Angeles, CA
How many hours were invested in weaving the carpet of wonder?
The weavers who put their skills and passion into crafting this iconic carpet were equally dedicated at their carpet weaving looms. This was a unique and lifetime commission, and each weaver became part of the history of this Rug. In total, it’s estimated that it took around 12 million man-hours to produce this 22-ton carpet.
Was The Carpet Of Wonder Woven In Sections Or As One Piece?
Visitors to the Arsin Rug Gallery often speculate that this woven marvel is a compilation of carpet sections sewn together, rather than a single masterpiece. But, that is not the case. As with all handmade carpet creations, the final process involved shearing the entire wool surface of the rug to create uniformity on the surface. This process leaves subtle lines that guide attendees into forming rows during prayer services.
Where did the name “Carpet of Wonder” originate?
The actual source of the of the name “Carpet of Wonder” is unknown. Given the magnitude of the project, this carpet could only be named – “The Carpet of Wonder“.
Encouraged by the sheer size of the Carpet of Wonder – Arsin Rug Gallery has recently acquired these oversized rugs:
• Azure Blue Antique Indian Agra Rug
• Antique Oversized Persian Tabriz Rug
• Antique Oversized Persian Malayer Rug
• Antique Oversized Persian Khorassan Rug
• Antique Oversized Persian Kerman Rug
• Antique Oversized Persian Kerman Rug
• Antique Oversized Persian Bidjar Rug.
This blog post about The Carpet of Wonder at the Arsin Rug Gallery in Los Angeles, CA – being the Second Largest rug across the world, was published by the prestigious Arsin Rug Gallery – a premier provider for designers with locations in Dallas, TX, Houston, TX, and Los Angeles, CA.