“A genuine handmade Persian carpet using natural fibres and colours is a work of art, painstakingly crafted, sometimes taking many years to make.

More than just a floor covering, handmade carpets from Persia have meaningful intricate patterns, pictures, lasting colours and a high density knot count to create harmony and balance between the creator and the owner.

Like fine art, well looked after Persian carpets will not deteriorate, instead they become heirlooms appreciating in value over time, even used by some astute investors in their superannuation portfolios.

At 1001 Nights – The Persian Carpet Garden, there is an exciting range of carpets, kilims and cushions in a variety of sizes, colours and styles, handcrafted by nomads, villagers and city master weavers, using wool on wool, wool on cotton, some inlaid with silk and others made from pure silk.

To fully appreciate the beauty of the carpets and the skills used in their creation, visit Alizabeth Martin at 3/34 Township Drive, West Burleigh. Viewing by appointment only.