Tabriz - 2.98x0.80 Rug GabehTabriz 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
brightly coloured and have a thick pile
Karz rugs have long been coveted by lovers of tribal rugs
Bijar rugs are incredibly heavy and stiff weaves and are virtually indestructible
In this central medallion carpet we see so many colours and shapes that provide much interest and delight
These rugs are most commonly made of wool
Skilled artisans may use either the Turkish or Persian knot
The colours are an amazing assortment of parchment
The colour and motifs of this carpet are wonderful
The camel pattern used here is often used as a motif to augur wealth and happiness
often carpets with extremely high knot density and Shah Abbas patterns are quite often characteristic of such carpets
dark blue or even green backgrounds
There is an abundance of flowers thorough the carpet with a large arrangement at its very centre
