Persian Isfahan Silk Base - 2.58x1.60 Rug Connoisseur

Persian Isfahan Silk Base - 2.58x1.60 Rug ConnoisseurHere is a most beautiful Isfahan rug that is soft toned. It is wool on silk base. It depicts the theme of tree of life together with birds of paradise. There is no mistaking the charm and beauty of this rug as its appeal is massive being constructed with the finest of materials and crafted by experts. In both style and composition it is of the highest order. There is in its design a depiction of a gateway into paradise and the overall theme is very

It has a beautiful Shah Abas design laid out magnificently in a lovely muted tone field

which whilst luxurious

The soft and subtle tones of this carpet are amazing and suggest class and sophistication

offering them authentic works of art to enliven and enrich their homes

This carpet is no exception

Herati motifs are thought to symbolise the small fishes that come up just beneath the surface of the water to swim in the full moon's reflection

It will undoubtedly be treasured and enjoyed by the lucky owners for many years and then also bring much joy and pleasure to future generations

Symbols were often believed to protect the owner from misfortunes or to bring to the mind of the owner images that would bring happiness or good fortune to him or her

More often than not such imagery would appear in a wider context of religious imagery such as the tree of life or the garden of paradise

resulting in a carpet with great lustre

depending on the particular styles of area rugs that they are weaving

and have a compact pile