Tabriz - 2.93x0.72 Rug TribalTabriz 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
There are old carpets in private homes
At the beginning of the century
They are often knotted entirely in silk
Qum silk rugs represents the pinnacle possible by way of combination of brilliant design
The centre of the rug is a large vase containing an amazing spray of flowers that completely fill the field of the carpet
enabling the weavers to weave a highly compacted rug
although silk is also used as weft on fine Ardabil rugs
Qum silk carpets are amongst the finest of carpets
Ghiordes (Turkish) knot
are well-known for their durability and hardiness
often rendered in strong indigo blues
arabesque and palmette styles on light grounds were the favourite approach
