Persian Shiraz Rug - 1.67 x 1.16 Balouchi

Persian Shiraz Rug - 1.67 x 1.16 BalouchiShiraz 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

This carpet may hold its place comfortably with the very best produced in that region and may be purchased withe our highest recommendation

and are very suitable for hallways and dining-rooms

It has a beautiful Shah Abas design laid out magnificently in a lovely muted tone field

The soft and subtle tones of this carpet are amazing and suggest class and sophistication

with its pear-shaped figure and extending arch of flowers and is said to symbolise the garden of paradise

Ardekan rugs woven in the larger cities are of the highest standards

It is the epitome of beauty and luxury

and when we look into the field we see there are depictions of more animals but at the heart of it all is the tree of life - the understanding that all of this earthly beauty

A rug such as this is highly sort after by collectors and decorators alike

the precise meaning is difficult to translate except in general terms

Afshar Carpets The Afshar are tent-dwellers

A perfect addition to your home or collection