Hereke: The Shah of Carpets & The Carpet of Kings

The Journey of Silk: From Cocoon to Home (Click image to enlarge) </t ## The Six Stages of Perfection To understand why Hereke is the "Shah of Carpets," we must look at its painstaking 6-step journey: 1. The Cocoon 2. Reeling 3. Dyeing 4. Weaving 5. Finishing 6. Legacy Silkworms (Bombyx mori): Fed with mulberry leaves to produce the finest silk thread. Twisting: Silk fibers are delicately reeled and twisted for maximum strength. Natural Dyes: Traditional methods used to achieve timeless, royal colors. Double Knot: Hand-woven with surgical precision, often exceeding 1 million knots. Washing & Shearing: Meticulously cleaned and shaved to highlight the pattern. Arrival: From the loom to grand entrances and royal halls. ### Technical Excellence - **Origin:** Hereke, Izmit (South of Istanbul). - **Material:** 100% Pure Silk on Silk or fine wool. - **Knot Type:** Ghiordes (Turkish) Double Knot. - **Identity:** The choice of Emperors, Tsars, and Kings for nearly two centuries. Return to Main Guide | Explore Kilim Styles