Persian Shiraz Rug - 1.45x0.98 tabriz

Persian Shiraz Rug - 1.45x0.98 tabrizShiraz 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

Mahal rugs are produced in the town of Mahallat

but rather to the region

Birjand's rugs are famous and known internationally as "Mood Carpet"

Zanjan rugs originate from Zanjan

The history of this town is very dated and its commercialized rug weaving industry dates back to the 17th century

All of this is nicely contained by a beautiful outer guard border

with an excellent reputation world wide

they have drawn inspiration from the best carpet weavers

tranquility and luxury

and human figures in the field

A magnificent overall pattern carpet

Their primary occupation is sheep husbandry and handicraft such as many ornamental weavings: saddlebags