Persian Shiraz Rug - 3.16 x 2.09 classic

Persian Shiraz Rug - 3.16 x 2.09 classicShiraz has been known for centuries as the city of roses, which is reflected in the motifs of many of the carpets. However, the most common motif, and one by which the carpets may be identified, is the diamond shaped lozenge by itself in the centre of the carpet or repeated along the length twice or three times according to the size. The diamond motif of the Shiraz carpets is usually in light or dark blue and the background is normally red with

The border is delightful containing repeated floral motives

Its beauty is remarkable

handmade from silk

It has lovely red colour in its centre and also along its main guard and outer guard borders

autumn and winter

which distinguishes them from those of other areas

they have drawn inspiration from the best carpet weavers

The colors have a vivid appearance

or three pendant-shaped medallions mostly in an Open Field background

The majority are small

It is made form kourk wool and comes form the city of Qum

making them extremely durable