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Saai and Hafiz Carpet Persian Calligraphy or 'Khoshnevisi/khatati'Italic text has been a traditional art in Muslim world. Before the invention of printing all books were written by the Kottab or Khoshnevisan in different types of Persian calligraphic arts such as; Naskh, Nasta'liq, and Shekasteh. There were written books all Ketabat, and Qat'aas which means pieces, on the leather, papers and other surfaces. The calligraphy or Qat'aa Nevisi on carpet is also seen on rare Persian rugs and carpets. The photos belong to a very old one of a kind historic Persian artifact. The exact location of weaving is not known, however the style, patterns, motifs, and weaving consist of elements from Kerman (Ravar), Persia. Approximately 11 feet wide and 18 feet in length. It’s is believed to be woven during the Safavid period. Exquisitely decorated with poems -written in calligraphy, by world-famous Persian poets Saadi and Hafiz. The Nastaʿlīq, one of the main script styles in writing Persian script, on the carpet is believed to belong to Mir Emad, the most celebrated Persian calligrapher. The original size of the rug has been larger than the current size. It most probably being woven by order of one of the Safavid or Mogul kings at the time and had being used in a palace. The carpet seems to be modified to fit in a smaller area. It shows that the rug has been cut in the borders and being stitched back.

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