Persian Tabass Rug - 3.91 x 2.88 tabriz

Persian Tabass Rug - 3.91 x 2.88 tabrizTabas rugs are knotted in central Iran. Tabas is located about six hundred kilometers south of Mashad. The city of Kashmar is to the north and the cities of Birjand and Ferdows to the east. The pattern consists of medallions with loops and arabesques in bright colors. They are like Nain rugs but more rustic. Ivory and light blue are the most common colours used in Tabass rugs and carpets. There are some newer Tabass rugs and carpets with either red,

as well as Southern Persian design influences

000 knots per m2

They have traded in fine handmade carpets in Persia for many generations

These depictions are not contained by the border but overflow into all areas of the carpet

the central medallion is circular and is in the proportions and shape that reflect the overall size and shape of the carpet itself

It looks magnificent in any setting

the quality of the carpets is at the very highest end and represent the work of the most skilled craftsman

The borders generally have an alternating large leaf with flower head motif

The manufacturing of carpets today is extensive and the quality varies from excellent handicrafts to simple and cheap bazaar qualities

but with a stronger and thicker weave

Afshar Carpets The Afshar are tent-dwellers

which help to emphasis the parchment colour  base of the main field