Persian Tabriz Village Rug - 3.20 x 1.49 Balouchi

Persian Tabriz Village Rug - 3.20 x 1.49 BalouchiTabriz 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

The warp on Ardabil rugs is mostly cotton

In this carpet we see the herati pattern beautifully radiating out from the centre to the borders

there is the presence of camels (meaning wealth – perhaps oil wells would be more immediately understood today as carrying this meaning) and the inscription which promises at the end of endurance more soulful and spiritual rewards such as unity and loyalty

lovely gentle pastel colour in the field of the carpet

It is made from silk and is from the city of Qum

The rug has soft toning

same colour as guard borders

and durability

On the other hand

The patterns and shapes are magnificent

The allover patterns have tribal design elements such as flower heads

dining area