Persian Zanjan Rug - 2.10x1.58 Tribal

Persian Zanjan Rug - 2.10x1.58 TribalZanjan rugs originate from Zanjan, located in northwestern Iran quite close to Tehran, literally means dear wife or dear woman in Farsi. The magnificent tribal area rugs in Zanjan are all hand woven by nomadic tribes. Although Zanjan has a strong Turkish influence, the natives are all Kurdish. Living a peaceful and harmonious life with nature, the nomadic weavers live in a part of the world that is untouched by modern conveniences and technology. Both

but consists of palmettes and flowers with a network of flowers and tendrils

This is a magnificent carpet from the city of Qum

whereas a closer consideration of its motifs and the ancient poetic script will show the exact opposite is the case

It is a very finely knotted rug with a central medallion design that contains in that design colours that repeat themselves in the main border

representing the mihrab in every mosque

is perhaps the most well-known rug design

They all sit together restfully

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

higher quality and durability

This delightful carpet has a repeat medallion pattern in its field

all contained within an  outer guard border

turquoise  grey and blues