Persian Kashan Wool Rug - 4.00 x 2.90 tabrizZobeida, 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
Central medallion carpet
The weaving of Kashmar rugs can be traced back to the 1500s
the motifs of which are also used in the borders and in the corners
This carpet is made from silk and comes from the city of Qum
The impact of this carpet is great given the combination of colours which are very refined and muted
the natives are all Kurdish
The city of Heriz is situated in the northwest of Iran
It is the epitome of beauty and luxury
Located in the southern part of the Province of Khorasan
They are used for various purposes
The region sits high on the rugged mountains of Persia and life here can be very harsh
There is an abundance of flowers thorough the carpet with a large arrangement at its very centre