Description
Nakhchivan, renowned in myth as the supposed initial resting place of Noah’s ark, has been a bastion of decorative and applied arts since ancient times. Cities like Nakhchivan, Ordubad, and Julpha have served as weaving centers for both piled and pileless carpets, crafted from wool and silk, spanning many centuries. Positioned along the Silk Road, this region featured towers erected to safeguard the city and passing merchants from bandits and marauders. Situated at the crossroads of trade routes, the local populace cultivated a distinctive culture and way of life, evident in the intricate ornaments adorning Nakhchivan carpets.
The design also incorporates motifs inspired by domestic artifacts unearthed in archaeological excavations in Nakhchivan. Additionally, ornaments from the Momine Khatun Mausoleum, a masterpiece crafted by the eminent medieval architect Ajami Nakhchivani, served as inspiration for a second Nakhchivan model.
