Persian Hamadan Wool Rug - 2.60 x 2.45 Balouchi

Persian Hamadan Wool Rug - 2.60 x 2.45 BalouchiHamadan was once the capital of Persia during the periods of the Seljuks and today is the catchment area for rugs from numerous towns and villages, many of which have been weaving rugs for centuries. Because Hamadan rugs are drawn from such a wide area, they can be extremely varied in design. They are hard wearing and generally of good quality. Fairly recently rugs have been made in the city of Hamadan itself. Such rugs are made with thick high

It was crafted by a  Persian master weaver Mahany who has

The medallion style has one

Architecture as well as carpet weaving flourished at this time

A  striking feature of this beautiful silk rug is the central medallion that is round in shape

Both men and women partake in the art of weaving tribal area rugs both for their personal use and for commercial purposes

beds and tables

This delightful carpet has three central medallions that are lozenge shape with a suitable proportioned lantern each side length ways and with smaller flowers on each side moving into the field

but never fully overtook the various regional carpet traditions

The Hamadan group includes Lilihan rugs

Traditionally Gabeh’s were made for domestic use and not for the market

till today these rugs are often called Farahan Sarouk rugs

rebirth and curvilinear in shape