Persian Shiraz Rug - 3.88x1.38 Tribal

Persian Shiraz Rug - 3.88x1.38 TribalShiraz 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

The carpet is made from wool and comes from the city of Tabriz

This is a truly inspired work of art that presents us with a central medallion appearing in an oval shaped carpet

It is recognizable because of its resemblance to a tear drop

It is made on a silk foundation and comes from the city of Isfahan

The city of Kashmar is to the north and the cities of Birjand and Ferdows to the east

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

It would make a strong and inviting statement anywhere it is placed

In Ottoman Turkey

Afshar means "obedient"

The Azerbaijani rug is a handmade textile of various sizes

They include shades of green

Early Saveh rugs are geometric