Persian Najafabad Wool Rug - 3.82 x 2.98 Extra Large

Persian Najafabad Wool Rug - 3.82 x 2.98 Extra LargeNajafabad rugs originate from Najafabad, located in central Iran near the city of Isfahan. As well as being a well known and respected center for area rug weaving, Najafabad is also the trade center for an agricultural region noted for its pomegranates. Najafabad rugs woven are not distinctive to the city, but rather to the region. The style follows most closely the designs and colors of its neighbors in Isfahan and Kashan and to a lesser degree Yadz

both in area and population

The soft background and repetition of motifs in the guard borders create a serene and elegant look

with many flowers appearing on vines that are in abundance

The central medallion is certainly round in shape

The first looms were established in the 1930s at the instigation of a group of Kashan merchants

often with a red background

Zanjan rugs originate from Zanjan

Karabagh and Kuba

paisley motifs

as Tabriz rugs are highly sought after in global markets

cypress tree

Two of the most famous carpets in existence today are a pair of Persian carpets from Ardabil