Persian Tabriz Village Rug - 2.96 x 0.86 TurkamanTabriz 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
These carpets are regarded as being among the most beautiful and the most exclusive Persian carpets available
Usually a very shiny wool is used
that design radiates out and is contained by strong rectangular borders creating the impression of a beautiful free flowing geometric design
Floral border
Kashmar rugs originate from Kashmar
This is a truly beautiful wool carpet form the city of Yazd
Both men and women partake in the art of weaving tribal area rugs both for their personal use and for commercial purposes
The marvelous floral motifs are carefully woven into the design
As well as being a well known and respected center for area rug weaving
and when seen in that context its beauty is jaw dropping
Reds tend to be a burgundy color rather than brick red as in Kazaks
a smooth front face and a ragged back
