Persian Mahalat Rug - 4.30 x 3.23 Gabeh

Persian Mahalat Rug - 4.30 x 3.23 GabehMahal rugs are produced in the town of Mahallat, located in the Arak (Markazi) Province of west central Iran. The rug weaving industry in the region can be traced back for centuries. Due to the location of Mahallat, the area rugs have a Kurdish influence as well as a Turkish influence. The fact that Mahal rugs feature both tribal and curvilinear designs can be directly attributed to the fact that Mahallat is located between the cities of Arak and

The central rosette style medallion explodes gently out into the field

The colours are soft and fresh

This magnificent short runner carpet is an amazing balance of tan

A delightful small Qum silk carpet containing a plethora of motifs and patterns all reminiscent of spring

A magnificent silk carpet from the city of Kashan

and the designs are simple and geometric

The motifs in the filed of the carpet are sprays of flowers that direct your attention to its centre

The city of Kashmar is to the north and the cities of Birjand and Ferdows to the east

The colours and shapes are magnificent

the warp of cotton and the knots is Turkish

hooked polygons

The most recognized design found on Ardabil rugs is the famous Mahi (Herati) design - a diamond medallion and small fish throughout