Persian Tabriz Kourk Rug - 2.01x1.50 Extra LargeThis is a truly beautiful silk carpet form the city of Tabriz. the central medallion is circular and is in the proportions and shape that reflect the overall size and shape of the carpet itself. The colours are muted and delightful. Tabriz 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
This delightful carpet has a central medallion that is a butterfly shape with a suitable proportioned lantern each side length ways and with smaller flowers on each side moving into the field
most of the elements in the pattern of the rugs have a history and has been woven in carpets for thousands of years
These are rare pieces and are among the most beautiful examples of Persian carpets
2 smaller) which may be representative of a flame or the universe
The quality of workmanship is second to none and this together with the high quality of materials make this a rare carpet worthy of any setting
The city of Kashmar is to the north and the cities of Birjand and Ferdows to the east
This carpet is no exception
The carpet itself has an extraordinary curvilinear design and has an overall pattern in its field that is not a regimented form
It has the peculiarity of not having produced carpets until the early 1930s
The rug has a beauty and charm about it that makes it highly collectable
This carpet is sold with the highest recommendation of Peter Faeghi and may be purchased with complete confidence
and it is situated on the edge of the desert uplands of central Iran
