Persian Tabriz Wool Rug - 2.30 x 1.65 tabrizTabriz 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 centre. The Tabriz carpets are of very good quality, finely knotted and made of strong lustrous wool. There are old carpets in private homes, used for years, which are still in excellent condition, and the colours have kept their
The carpet is made from wool and comes from the city of Tabriz
It is extremely difficult not to get truly excited by this outstanding rug made by a master craftsman that has signed his work
are characterised by their robustness
it is world renowned for producing the finest quality Kurdish tribal wool rugs
Most of the ones traded are sold in the Shiraz bazaar
A magnificent central medallion
It is rectangular in shape
Such motifs are often seen as a symbol long life
This is a truly inspired work of art that presents us with a central medallion appearing in an oval shaped carpet
Throughout this area of Iran other small towns including Boroujerd
There is balance and structure in the format of the patterns which are largely floral and reminds us of the abundance of spring
It is made from wool and comes from the city of Mashehad Meshed (Mashehad) is the modern capital of Khorasan
