Persian Shiraz Rug - 2.05x1.06 tribalShiraz has been known for centuries as the city of roses, which is reflected in the motifs of many of the carpets. However, the most common motif, and one by which the carpets may be identified, is the diamond shaped lozenge by itself in the centre of the carpet or repeated along the length twice or three times according to the size. The diamond motif of the Shiraz carpets is usually in light or dark blue and the background is normally red with
The centre is creation itself exposing outward in beauty and order with life and vitality everywhere
but they sometimes illustrate landscape features or historical stories
that design radiates out and is contained by strong rectangular borders creating the impression of a beautiful free flowing geometric design
maintaining their luster and appearance for centuries
Mesheds are usually decorated with all over designs
A magnificent wool carpet from the city of Tabriz It is a pictorial rug showing the poet Omar Khayam deep in thought
northeast of Tabriz
A rare and impressive hand-woven tribal Bakhtiari carpet with a old medallion containing palmettes & corner spandrels set within a red-toned field of varying palmette motifs
In this central medallion carpet we see so many colours and shapes that provide much interest and delight
Design and colour been used in these carpets are unique and very durable
the area rugs have a Kurdish influence as well as a Turkish influence
At the heart is a rosette pattern that expands outwards along the roads of the cross
