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The Institutes of Akbar 38: Carpets.

The Áín i Akbari (Blochmann, Jarrett) 38

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His Majesty has caused carpets to be made of wonderful varieties and charming textures; he has appointed experienced workmen, who have produced many master-pieces. The carpets of Iran and Turan are no more thought of, although merchants still import carpets from Goshkán, Khuzistán, Kirmán, and Sabzwár. All kinds of carpet weavers have settled here, and drive a flourishing trade. They are found in every town, especially in Agrah, Fathpúr, and Láhór. In the imperial workshops, single carpets are made 20 gaz, 7 tassújes long, and 6 gaz, 11½ tassújes broad, at a cost of 1810 rupees, which those who are skilled in the business have valued at 2715 rupees.
Takyahnamads, or woolen coverlets, are brought from Kábul and Persia, but are also made in this country.
It would take up too much time to describe the jajams, shatranjis, balúchis, and the fine mats which look as if woven with silk.