Persian Shiraz Rug - 1.60 x 1.11 Balouchi

Persian Shiraz Rug - 1.60 x 1.11 BalouchiShiraz 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

and became very popular in the West in the 18th and 19th centuries

It is made out of wool and comes from the city of Tabriz

It is very finely knotted with clear delicate motifs

Historically

with the outer guard border being a solid colour

Arak rug Arak rugs are hand-woven Persian pieces made in Arak (formerly known as Sultanabad)

A beautiful Persian KASHAN carpet with a classic central medallion and drops to the north and south

Magnificent carpet from the city of Tabriz

There is balance and structure in the format of the patterns which are largely floral and reminds us of the abundance of spring

Ardabil rugs originate from Ardabil located in the province of Ardabil Province in north-western Iran

yet balance is maintained brilliantly

with the outer guard border being a solid dark colour