Persian Shiraz Rug - 2.07 x 1.30 Extra Large

Persian Shiraz Rug - 2.07 x 1.30 Extra LargeShiraz 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

It is made from silk and comes form the city of Qum

shape of human eye

This is a handmade rug from the city of Isfahan constructed on a silk foundation

which help to emphasis the stronger colour complex  field

small city located in the Province of Khorassan

the main craft in Nain was the weaving of costly woollen cloth

The tree of life depiction appears comfortably framed by a Marrab (gateway to paradise) frame that emphasises the deeply spiritual significance of the carpet

The tones are earthy but also romantic floral

The import of textiles from the west lead to the decline of this craft

This extraordinary carpet is a very rare and beautiful woven silk inlay carpet

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

In both composition and design it is of the highest quality