Persian Tabriz Wool Rug - 3.85 x 3.05 TribalTabriz is situated in north western Iran, in the province of Azerbaijan, and is the capital of a very important carpet weaving region. The town is over 1000 years old and even centuries ago it was famous as a cultural centre. The Tabriz carpets are of very good quality, finely knotted and made of strong lustrous wool. There are old carpets in private homes, used for years, which are still in excellent condition, and the colours have kept their
The warp on Ardabil rugs is mostly cotton
The woollen Kashan has between 120 and 240 knots to each square inch
This beautiful wool carpet was made in the city of Tabriz
In this central medallion carpet we see so many colours and shapes that provide much interest and delight
The city of Heriz is situated in the northwest of Iran
the central band often takes its motif from the ground design
the paisley design is of Persian origin
Meshed (Mashehad) is the modern capital of Khorasan
This carpet has a star of universe all over patten design with delightful orange dominant guard border and a lighter centre with motifs on a yellow field
It is a silk carpet from the city of Qum
The name Ardabil comes from the Avesta and has the literal meaning of a tall holy place
The most prominent feature of this rug is the plethora of motifs and patterns all reminiscent of spring
