Persian Araak Rug - 3.75x2.75 Rug - Da 152 Square

Persian Araak Rug - 3.75x2.75 Rug - Da 152 SquareArak rugs are hand woven Persian pieces made in Arak (formerly known as Sultanabad), the capital city of the province of Markaz, which sits on the high plateau of central Northwestern Iran. These carpets are beautiful and unique pieces that will enhance any room by means of lively colors and warm motifs in their patterns. The history of this town is very dated and its commercialized rug weaving industry dates back to the 17th century. Today Arak

The central rosette style medallion explodes gently out into the field

A highly stylised carpet with wonderful curvilinear shapes contained within geometric borders

these rugs will greatly enhance the look of any room

The Kashan district is possibly one of the best producers of Persian carpets

craftsmanship and materials

The field itself is a plain red

These all sit spectacularly well together

or palm leaves

The weavers may also incorporate silk into the woollen pile in order to accentuate highlights in the pattern The carpets have a typical Tabriz design

which help to emphasis the parchment colour  base of the main field

rebirth and curvilinear in shape

The knotting is very fine and the warp and weft are made of cotton or silk