Persian Hamadan Rug - 3.47x2.70 Rug - Ah 373 tribal

Persian Hamadan Rug - 3.47x2.70 Rug - Ah 373 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

just south of Tehran and is home to the Shahsavan tribe

its influence comes primarily from Kashan

yet fun and exciting

The carpet is made from silk and comes form the city of Qum

This is a magnificent central medallion carpet made out of kourk wool form the city of Tariz

The history of this town is very dated and its commercialized rug weaving industry dates back to the 17th century

and the designs are simple and geometric

Mirsapur and Srinagar

Kashmar is the home to many master weavers who use Persian knots to create their fine works of art

Such medallions and shapes were central to the design and reality of Persian gardens

The Khesti

turquoise  grey and blues