Persian Qom Silk Rug - 1.49 x 0.98 Balouchi

Persian Qom Silk Rug - 1.49 x 0.98 BalouchiQum rugs are among the finest rugs in the world. The quality of Qum silk rugs is particularly high. In the past and at present, Qum is one of the most important centres for producing silk, Kourk wool and silk inlaid carpets. Weavers in Qum use Persian knots and average around 600 knots per square inch. The majority are small, very fine, and beautiful; so many people hang them on the wall. The patterns are usually highly curvilinear, but they sometimes

The central lozenge shape expands outwards

and are very suitable for hallways and dining-rooms

but the traditional and most typical is that of the octagonal elephant's foot (Bukhara) print

The rugs are in allover or medallion designs

that are vases with flowers

yellows and teal create a sense of luxury and beauty

The main colors include taupe

These rugs are most commonly made of wool

Shiraz has been known for centuries as the city of roses

Lahore rug

the craft also became stagnant

It has a central medallion shape and the solid crimson base colour of the field creates much elegance style and continuity