Persian Hamadan Village Rug - 2.70 x 1.43 tribal

Persian Hamadan Village Rug - 2.70 x 1.43 tribalHamadan was once the capital of Persia during the periods of the Seljuks and today is the catchment area for rugs from numerous towns and villages, many of which have been weaving rugs for centuries. Because Hamadan rugs are drawn from such a wide area, they can be extremely varied in design. They are hard wearing and generally of good quality. Fairly recently rugs have been made in the city of Hamadan itself. Such rugs are made with thick high

often showing slight variations and asymmetry that add to their authentic village charm

comprising of soft gentle depictions of flowers and animals

Ardekan rugs originate from Ardakan

The construction of Bijar rugs is superior to most other weaves and the rugs are incredibly heavy

measuring 34' x 17'

It depicts the theme of tree of life together with birds of paradise

Both men and women partake in the art of weaving tribal area rugs both for their personal use and for commercial purposes

made of wool with an abundance of beauty in its central medallion that radiates outward – one containing the next wave

The colours of the field and medallion are particularly well framed by the amazing border

with tribal designs in either an allover or medallion style

The Khesti

Other carpets from India are sold under the names of Amritsar