Persian Tabriz Rug - 2.55 x 1.97 tabriz

Persian Tabriz Rug - 2.55 x 1.97 tabrizTabriz 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

The main guard border is magnificent  and strong

As early as the 16th century valuable carpets were woven there for court use

and one by which the carpets may be identified

craftsmanship and materials

a leaf or a flame

The art of manufacturing carpets was introduced in India

and is of the same colours as the spandrels and guard borders

do so in an attempt to follow a tradition of textile art that has been part of their culture for thousands of years

The warp and weft threads of the Shiraz carpets are either wool or goat’s hair

The warm ivory tones brighten a room while maintaining a classic

The knotting is very fine and the warp and weft are made of cotton or silk

This carpet has great balance and beauty