Persian Kashan Wool Rug - 3.45 x 2.40 BalouchiZobeida, the favourite wife of the famous Caliph Haroun al Rasheed, established the town of Kashan, which is situated between Tehran and Isfahan. The Kashan district is possibly one of the best producers of Persian carpets. These carpets have taken the name of the region, and are simply referred to as the Kashan. Due to the very high quality of the wool, the very fine weaving and the beautiful colours and designs, Kashans have come to be classified
all over repeating pattern rugs and Mahi/Herati rugs
This is an exciting rug with huge activity
including oranges
The colours of the medallion appear also in the main and inner and out guard borders
It is signed By Master Madahi of Tabriz
This background has led to the inclusion of regional influences on Afshar weaving
This amazingly beautiful central medallion Qum silk carpet that is surrounded by floral motifs is an excellent example of top of the range Qum silk carpet
of various hues and tones of subtle greys
This carpet is breath taking in its beauty and charm
The original Turkmen rugs were produced by the Turkmen tribes who are the main ethnic group in Turkmenistan and are also found in Afghanistan and Iran
Generally they include shades of white
Carpets manufactured from the city of Hamadan itself were called Shahr Baff meaning City Knott and are usually of a higher quality than rugs produced by its neighbours
