Persian Saveh Wool Rug - 3.00 x 0.84 TurkamanSaveh rugs originate from Saveh, located in northwestern Iran, just south of Tehran and is home to the Shahsavan tribe. Shahsavan literally means For those who love the Shah in Farsi and is a title bestowed upon warriors in the 17th century who were defending the northern border of Persia. The majority of Saveh rugs are small pieces and rug runner styles as a result of being woven by nomadic people that used looms that were compact, making them easy
The colors are bright yet earthy
Lovely contrast in shades of colour with charming use of shades and tones of the colours green and blue/grey
Due to the location of Mahallat
They are however best known for their superb carpets in an array of eclectic designs
The first thing one notices about this carpet is the pronounced band of crimson red comprising effectively the field of the carpet
This is an extraordinarily beautiful carpet
the central medallion is circular and is in the proportions and shape that reflect the overall size and shape of the carpet itself
and it is quite possible that this was what was intended by the master weaver as such a symbol quite often was employed to protect the owner from misfortune and in particular to ward off the 'evil eye'
This carpet is one that represents joy and happiness
This extraordinary carpet is a very rare and beautiful woven silk inlay carpet
Other carpets from India are sold under the names of Amritsar
There is at its very centre a large vase with profusion of flowers spilling from it
