Persian Mashhad Rug - 3.95 x 3.00 Extra Large

Persian Mashhad Rug - 3.95 x 3.00 Extra LargeMeshed (Mashehad) is the modern capital of Khorasan, in North Iran. It is near both the Russian Turkestan and the Afghanistan borders. Mesheds are usually decorated with all over designs, florals, herati or Islim. Colours are varied and are bright. Red (especially plum) is favoured. So is purple rose. Green is also popular. The border normally reflects the central motif, while the two narrow flanking guard borders are often likely to be floral design.

that is in itself delightful to behold

The inscription is in an ancient form of writing

It is from the city of Tabriz and is made form wool

even perhaps the universe

Magnificent carpet from the city of Tabriz

bordered by rosettes and vine leaves

Warps are mostly cotton

The colours and motifs are gentle shades and tones that also suggest peace and balance

A most unique and spell binding carpet

some carpets have a design with repeating patterns

Two of the most famous carpets in existence today are a pair of Persian carpets from Ardabil

an established garden motif