Persian Kashan Rug - 4.13x3.10 tribalZobeida, the favourite wife of the famous Caliph Haroun al Rasheed, established the town of Kashan, which is situated between Tehran and Isfahan. The Kashan district is possibly one of the best producers of Persian carpets. These carpets have taken the name of the region, and are simply referred to as the Kashan. Due to the very high quality of the wool, the very fine weaving and the beautiful colours and designs, Kashans have come to be classified
This handmade wool rug comes from the city of Tabriz The central medallion is captivating and reflects precisely the composition of the guard borders and the field that frames the ocean of calming field
This small carpet is a magnificent silk made prayer rug from Qum in Iran
Karz rugs have long been coveted by lovers of tribal rugs
although some weavers have other backgrounds of Iranian descent
There is in its design a depiction of a gateway into paradise and the overall theme is very much one of family unity against the backdrop of the immensity of the universe
They are made of fine
Throughout this area of Iran other small towns including Boroujerd
These carpets are regarded as being among the most beautiful and the most exclusive Persian carpets available
Skilled artisans may use either the Turkish or Persian knot
Isfahan production has been considered by many to be the most refined
Meshed (Mashehad) is the modern capital of Khorasan
The obvious thing about this carpet is its balance and shapes
