Persian Tabriz Rug - 3.91x3.04 Rug - Ah 386 TurkamanTabriz 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
At the beginning of the century
This carpet is from the city of Tabriz and is handmade
while the two narrow flanking guard borders are often likely to be floral design
The colours are wonderful shades of pinks and muted reds
The village
An impressive Ardekan rug with a classical Persian design of bold floral medallion and corner spandrels in a crimson field of palmettes
The hues and tones of the central medallion are a perfect focus point and a strong component of the carpet as is its shape
representing the mihrab in every mosque
with an excellent reputation world wide
The borders generally have an alternating large leaf with flower head motif
the carpet will continue to improve with age and will give much joy and happiness to its proud owners
This area includes many famous names of Persian carpets
