Persian Rug - Isfahan Rug - 1.66 x 1.10 Tribal

Persian Rug - Isfahan Rug - 1.66 x 1.10 TribalIsfahan was the capital of Persia during the reign of Shah Abbas (1571 1629), and had the most beautiful palaces, mosques and libraries. Architecture as well as carpet weaving flourished at this time. Rare and precious carpets from this period are now kept in museums all over the world. Very fine well knotted carpets are still being made in Isfahan today. The fascinating designs using lines and arabesques that appear on Islamic architecture also

Typically colours are red

Milas rugs are among the most collectable Turkish village rugs

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

where it is certain to add charm and beauty to your home

The city of Kashmar is to the north and the cities of Birjand and Ferdows to the east

Qum silk carpets are amongst the finest of carpets

but tightly flat woven

The combination of colours and patterns is a work of genius

Red (especially plum) is favoured

There is an abundance of flowers thorough the carpet  with a large arrangement at its very centre

who were nomadic tribes from central Asia

The border is normally small in relation to the total area of the rug