Persian Tabriz Wool Rug - 2.14 x 0.83 Balouchi

Persian Tabriz Wool Rug - 2.14 x 0.83 BalouchiTabriz 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

Very fine well-knotted carpets are still being made in Isfahan today

and became very popular in the West in the 18th and 19th centuries

rust tones

the most common designs are those with a central medallion

These carpets are known as “Kerman Ravar”

In this central medallion carpet we see so many colours and shapes that provide much interest and delight

coloured soft red

The central medallion in this rug has the presence of the most extraordinary navy blue

Weavers in Qum use Persian knots and average around 600 knots per square inch

then spread to other weaving centers

The genius of a master designer the various shades of tan and subdued orange/brown balance perfectly with the colour yellow that also appears restful and in harmony

arabesque and palmette styles on light grounds were the favourite approach