Sichouk Collection
Oriental carpet - traditional craftsmanship
The oriental carpet has a tradition that goes back thousands of years and has been an important part of a home interior since time immemorial.
Carpets were first mentioned as early as 2000 BC, making carpet weaving one of the most original crafts in the world . The oldest surviving carpet fragments probably date from the 4th century BC: the so-called “Pasryk carpet” was found as a grave item in Siberia in 1947.
The origin of carpet art lies in the East at that time, which is where the term “Oriental carpet” that is still used results from. Traditional oriental carpets tell the viewer an exciting story. Many carpet lovers are thrilled by the magnificent representation of the artistically depicted flower and animal motifs .
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Fairytale oriental carpets
And who doesn't know the stories from 1001 Nights, in which oriental carpets always play an important role. Royal and sultan palaces were decorated with magnificent wall and floor carpets . And everyone is certainly familiar with the flying carpet from oriental fairy tales.
The charisma of these special carpets is also fairytale: the unique splendor of colors and the fascinating oriental patterns have always thrilled carpet lovers all over the world. That's why the oriental carpet is still a popular furnishing element today, creating a comfortable and cozy living atmosphere .
Wedding of the classic oriental carpet
The 18th-19th centuries The 19th century can probably be described as the high point for the classic oriental carpet . During this time, a large number of carpets were made for trade and export in the Persian Orient, today's Iran. The Persian carpet achieved worldwide fame and was sought after all over the world . Months and sometimes years of handwork resulted in unique, one-of-a-kind pieces that were traded worldwide.
The most famous knotting regions include Ferahan, Kashan, Qom, Isfahan and Tabriz , after which the oriental carpets were named. Each region developed its own characteristics, which meant that the carpets differed not only in their motifs, but also in their weaving. With sometimes up to a million knots per square meter , real works of art were created that have lost none of their elegance to this day. Oriental carpets are mostly made as wool carpets , but exclusive pieces were also available as real silk carpets .
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Antique oriental carpets in the Mischioff collection
As a traditional family business, Mischioff is now in its fourth generation in the carpet trade . The trade in traditional and antique oriental carpets was one of the Swiss company's core businesses for many years. The collection of antique oriental carpets includes unique pieces that between 80 and 150 years old . These include knotted treasures from China, Persia, Turkey and the Caucasus. The extensive Mischioff Antiques can be experienced live in the large showroom in Embrach near Zurich - hand-picked pieces can be purchased directly there.
An oriental carpet impresses with its magnificent appearance and detailed design . Carpets from the Orient have long been considered a status symbol and were an indispensable part of luxurious home design, often even as the centerpiece of an interior. Popular carpets from the Orient include Keshan, Sarouk, Ferahan and Tabriz, all of which different characteristics .
An oriental carpet always has an individual overall look , based on history and regional characteristics. In addition to the antique carpet from the Orient, our versatile range includes a large selection of modern designer carpets .
There are various modern design pieces that modeled on ancient models . The further development of classic carpets is also being continued in the Mischioff Collection by the two experienced designers Dani and Sascha Misio with great attention to detail. The combination and transformation of different motifs and patterns gives the carpets a new look and gives the classic oriental carpet a new look. So the oriental carpet by no means remains a relic from grandmother's times, but has become a modern design and furnishing element .
An oriental carpet creates a special living atmosphere
Oriental carpets always impress with their unique splendor of colors and fascinating oriental patterns , such as depictions of flowers and animals, which are put together to form a perfect unit. Nowadays, oriental carpet is more of an umbrella term for handmade carpets using the traditional art of knotting. When it comes to classic carpets, experts tend to refer to them as traditional oriental designs.
An oriental rug from Mischioff is available in different formats and sizes. If you love something special and value quality , our high-quality unique pieces are the right choice! Even after years, our carpets are still as beautiful as they were on the first day, thanks to the best materials and perfect craftsmanship .
Antique oriental carpets are sought-after collector's items
Our extensive collection of antique oriental carpets offers collectors and carpet lovers a large selection of unique treasures. Despite their advanced age, all of the carpets are in excellent condition, carefully cleaned, not worn and fully piled - after all, Mischioff has been known for many years for its high-quality range of exceptional individual pieces.
In addition to special oriental carpets, this also includes antique kilims , bags and scarves, which delight decorative furnishing elements modern rug from the Orient in a vintage style is also very popular Each of these pieces tells its own story and creates an individual and comfortable ambience. You can find an overview of the great variety in our collections.
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Perfect reproductions of traditional oriental rugs
In addition to the antique pieces, Mischioff offers a wide variety of faithful reproductions of antique oriental carpets . These collections impress with their perfect reproductions of traditional and antique designs. These include, among others, the Nazara Ziegler and Nazara Ferahan Collection, which are newly made by experienced weavers in Afghanistan. The Afghan highland wool used is completely hand-finished and dyed with special vegetable dyes.
The Nazara Suzani Collection, which is also made in Afghanistan, shows new creations and ensembles that are based on ancient models. A modern oriental rug from these collections offers an interplay of various Suzani and Ikat motifs , as found in antique silk embroidery from Uzbekistan.
Oriental carpet from Turkey or the Caucasus
The production of carpets has a long tradition not only in the Orient, but also in Turkey and the Caucasus We also offer a large selection of different antique and new pieces from here. The extensive range of Turkish oriental carpets includes various Melas, Malatya, Yachyali, Doesemealti, Bergama, Hereke and Kayseri carpets , to name just a few. From the Caucasus there are mainly Kazak and Shirvan carpets , which complete our unique collection in large numbers.
In addition, various kilim collections such as Karabagh, Kuba, Van or Kashgai kilims the extensive range. The large Mischioff showroom near Zurich offers a complete variety of options. Make an appointment today – we look forward to your visit!
Mischioff AG has been active as a wholesale retailer of antique and new oriental carpets for more than 70 years. Our offer is aimed at professional carpet retailers as well as furniture and furnishing shops. Would you like to add exclusive carpets to your range? We look forward to your inquiry! You can get an initial overview in our online catalog, for which you can register free of charge.
If you have any questions or require further information, we are happy to help you via the contact form , telephone or at any time by email .
Are you a private customer looking for an oriental rug for your interior? We would be happy to help you find a Mischioff sales partner near you. To do this, please simply use our Retailer Search so that we can provide you with a suitable contact person. If you would like further information about our collections, we are of course also at your disposal and will be happy to advise you!
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