Persian Tabriz Rug - 3.97x3.00 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
Large carpets are mainly made by fairly rough yarn on cotton warp with a rustic design
is also very earthy
the Balkans and the Turkic countries
we shall be blessed with happiness
This motif is often found in a cluster (all-over pattern)
carpet weaving in Turkmenistan had become one of the most important sectors of the economy
and have added colours such as turquoise and purple to the more traditional red
The original Turkmen rugs were produced by the Turkmen tribes who are the main ethnic group in Turkmenistan and are also found in Afghanistan and Iran
Because each knot is made by hand
and is the capital of a very important carpet weaving region
They are like Nain rugs but more rustic
Ardabil rugs represent the very best of carpet design and are highly sort after by collector and proud homeowner alike
