Persian Tabriz Tabatabaei Rug - 1.54 x 1.10 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
which unfold on a blue background
The borders and centre are very much of the same colour and hues
This exemplary Shirvan handmade piece was created in the region of Azerbaijan directly southeastern of Caucasus
This magnificent Isfahan rug is largely composed of silk base with wool
beautiful floral motifs
The field of the carpet has a crimson red base colour which matches the colour of the outer guard border
The carpet has an abundance of floral motifs
All of this is nicely contained by a beautiful outer guard border
The first thing one notices about this carpet is the pronounced motif overall pattern that provides great unity to the carpet
Symbolism in Persian rugs is passed down from generation to generation
making them extremely durable
A hand-knotted tribal rug with a pictorial Garden design of diamond-shaped panels depicting bold floral motifs
