Persian Hamadan Village Rug - 3.05 x 1.73 Gabeh

Persian Hamadan Village Rug - 3.05 x 1.73 GabehHamadan 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

The colours and shapes of this overall pattern carpet are truly amazing

The dynamic look of the Shiravan rug with the bold pattern presents a striking and beautiful feel of the spring and Autumn

Rich cultural storytelling woven into every motif

just southwest of Mashad

Skilled artisans may use either the Turkish or Persian knot

partly inspired by nomadic rugs

There is much beauty and harmony in the elongated central medallions surrounded by flowers carpet

The Persian carpet workshops ceased production in circa 1722 after the Afghan invasion

These cords are tightly beaten together with a claw like instrument

The medallion’s colors are mirrored in the corners

all contained within an  outer guard border

Their stunning colors and intricate patterns remind us of the ancient beautiful rugs which were woven in Central Iran many centuries ago