Persian Tabriz Wool Rug - 2.08 x 1.50 tribalTabriz is situated in north western Iran, in the province of Azerbaijan, and is the capital of a very important carpet weaving region. The town is over 1000 years old and even centuries ago it was famous as a cultural centre. The Tabriz carpets are of very good quality, finely knotted and made of strong lustrous wool. There are old carpets in private homes, used for years, which are still in excellent condition, and the colours have kept their
They are inspired by carpets of the Ghashgai nomads who passed through Abadeh
639 kilometres from Tehran
This medallion shape sits in a stadium shaped field that has a very soft blue base colour
The central medallion is captivating and reflects precisely the composition of the guard borders and the field that frames the ocean of calming greens and yellow
The designs are similar to Qashqai or other tribal rugs
The central medallion is an elongated circle in shape and is a combination of lighter olive and reds
in the province of Azerbaijan
Afshar The Afhar are tent-dwellers
It is made on a silk foundation and comes from the city of Isfahan
Sirjan rugs originate from Sirjan
This carpet is large in size and huge in quality
It is very densely knotted and will last a long time
