Persian Ardebil Rug - 2.90x0.95 Turkaman

Persian Ardebil Rug - 2.90x0.95 TurkamanA solid & durable Ardebil runner with a Caucasian influenced design of alternating bold stylized medallions containing flower heads and bird set within a dark toned background. 100% wool pile. Ardabil rugs originate from Ardabil located in the province of Ardabil Province in north western Iran, 639 kilometres from Tehran. Ardabil has a long and illustrious history of Persian carpet weaving. The name Ardabil comes from the Avesta and has the literal

yellow and ivory

The border is delightful containing repeated floral motives

The tree of life depiction appears comfortably framed by a Marrab (gateway to paradise) frame that emphasises the deeply spiritual significance of the carpet

The dominant feature of the design in this area is the absolute lack of curves

reminding us of the beauty of Spring

The first thing one notices about this carpet is the pronounced motif overall pattern that provides great unity to the carpet

Kashmar is the home to many master weavers who use Persian knots to create their fine works of art

The obvious thing about this carpet is its balance and shapes

that is however very much softened by the carpet’s colours

which help to emphasis the parchment colour  base of the main field

Two of the most famous carpets in existence today are a pair of Persian carpets from Ardabil

tans and greys