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Our 38-Year History Although buying and selling carpets was part of my father’s trade, it was not until 1973 when, with an enormous desire while working as an apprentice at a carpet shop in Kabul-Afghanistan, I became involved in the carpet business. Right from day one, I knew it was exactly what I was looking for. I fell in love with the art of tribal carpets. I call it art because the genuine design of a hand-made tribal carpet comes straight from the heart of people who are in love with their work. With a great desire, I learned about the art of designing, dyeing and weaving of all sorts of carpets. With it I found a fascinating history of different tribes, history and cultures of Central Asia. Every piece of carpet I came across, I was deeply touched by the way it was made, the way it expressed the personality of its maker and her thoughts, culture and religions. The older the piece the more meaningful it would be. After two exciting years of learning, with the help of my brothers in 1975, I was able to open my first carpet shop. We worked hard and had good experiences. Those with knowledge of Tribal Carpets and Art crafts, found our business to be unique. They quickly became attached to Herat Carpets and made it a place of their visit. Periodically, we gave free educational courses on Oriental Rugs in the back of our shop or in various gatherings. Throughout the years, our family devoted their lives to be ambassadors of Central Asian Culture and to present this vast and rich culture to many Canadians who are interested in that part of the world and its mysteries. We see it as our obligation to provide the public and collectors the best and most genuine product with excellent quality and reasonable prices. Our doors are open to the lovers and collectors of Tribal carpets. We welcome everyone with a warm cup of Green Tea. Shir Paiwand & Bros.