Persian Tabriz Kourk Rug - 3.15 x 2.13 Extra Large

Persian Tabriz Kourk Rug - 3.15 x 2.13 Extra LargeTabriz 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

These carpets not only brings a bit of nature into your home

and all-over octagonal shapes

The quality of the workmanship is very high

bordered by guardstripes of geometric patterns

Qom rugs (or Qum

The colours are strong and delightful

which is near Isfahan in central Iran

A magnificent silk carpet from the city of Isfahan

A rug such as this is highly sort after by collectors and decorators alike

Note the abundance of flowers on healthy vines

and it is situated on the edge of the desert uplands of central Iran

animals and flowers are also used