Persian Kashmar Rug - 3.70 x 2.90 AT-TY-46 tribal

Persian Kashmar Rug - 3.70 x 2.90 AT-TY-46 tribalKashmar rugs originate from Kashmar, small city located in the Province of Khorassan, just southwest of Mashad. It is reputed to produce some of the highest quality area rugs in eastern Iran in addition to being a collection point for Baluch tribal area rugs. The weaving of Kashmar rugs can be traced back to the 1500s. They are quite rare and historically very important. Much the same as books, Kashmar rugs tell the stories of the rich cultural life

ending the Safavid dynasty

During the 16th

They are often knotted entirely in silk

This stunning handmade carpet comes from the city of qum and is made of silk

The impression that one gets looking at the carpet is that the designer went to great lengths to insure he managed to fill the carpet with as many flowers as possible

This carpet has a great sense of harmony to it and a combination of colours that makes it a real collectors piece

although silk is also used as weft on fine Ardabil rugs

This background has led to the inclusion of regional influences on Afshar weaving

The colours are wonderful and sit in harmony

beds and tables

reminding us of the beauty of Spring

are well-known for their durability and hardiness