Persian Tabriz Wool Rug - 2.70 x 2.13 Extra Large

Persian Tabriz Wool Rug - 2.70 x 2.13 Extra LargeTabriz 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

A magnificent central medallion carpet that has around the medallion a beautiful dark coloured base field

the favourite wife of the famous Caliph Haroun-al-Rasheed

with one central medallion and smaller

Most of the rugs woven in and around Kars use designs similar to the Caucasian weaving centre of Kazak

The tones are earthy but also romantic floral

while the guard borders display a stunning combination of reds

It is signed By Master Madahi of Tabriz

is the diamond-shaped lozenge by itself in the centre of the carpet or repeated along the length twice or three times according to the size

The three central rosette style medallion explodes out into the field

and luxurious texture

The camel pattern used here is often used as a motif to augur wealth and happiness

It is from the city of Tabriz