Persian Shiraz Rug - 2.00x1.55 TurkamanShiraz Shiraz has been known for centuries as the city of roses, which is reflected in the motifs of many of the carpets. However, the most common motif, and one by which the carpets may be identified, is the diamond shaped lozenge by itself in the centre of the carpet or repeated along the length twice or three times according to the size. The diamond motif of the Shiraz carpets is usually in light or dark blue and the background is normally red with
with one motif fitting perfectly with the others
is situated in the north of Iran
or dark blue for the field
The quality of workmanship is second to none and this together with the high quality of materials make this a rare carpet worthy of any setting
The rest of the carpet has an amazing range of flowers and motifs
These rugs are very special to their weavers and they always bring a special warmth to their new homes
near the Alborz mountains
It is an overall pattern carpet with an explosion of motifs everywhere
The rugs can feature primitive tribal motifs such as animals
are unique in their style and composition
Afshar Carpets The Afshar are tent-dwellers
an established garden motif
