Persian Yazd Rug - 4.22 x 2.85 Gabeh

Persian Yazd Rug - 4.22 x 2.85 GabehYazd city rugs are among the most gorgeous of the Persian rug family. Their stunning colors and intricate patterns remind us of the ancient beautiful rugs which were woven in Central Iran many centuries ago. The number of colors used in Yazd rugs is endless. However, a rich burgundy is usually the predominant one and some other common colors are different shades of blue, green and ivory. Yazds have traditional floral patterns and they bear a striking

Rare and precious carpets from this period are now kept in museums all over the world

The border is delightful containing repeated floral motives

and all-over octagonal shapes

The design of the central medallion resembles that of the interior side of the dome of the Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque in Isfahan

It depicts the theme of tree of life together with birds of paradise

A unique hand-knotted tribal Bakhtiari rug with a stunning bold floral medallion in a red-toned field of secondary symmetrical floral sprays

A very beautiful silk carpet

some say that this symbolizes a hide stretched for preparation

This carpet is as beautiful

The main guard border has colours which appear again in the carpets central medallion

and which can give a much needed anchor point to a room

The warm ivory tones brighten a room while maintaining a classic