Persian Kashan Wool Rug - 3.88 x 2.96 Extra Large

Persian Kashan Wool Rug - 3.88 x 2.96 Extra LargeZobeida, 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

Kilims are inexpensive and can be purely decorative

The designs vary from medallions with tendrils to vases

A Turkmen rug (Türkmen haly or Turkoman carpet) is a type of handmade floor-covering textile traditionally originating in Central Asia

The main guard border is magnificent  and strong

A wonderful silk carpet from the city of Qum

A delightful small Qum silk carpet containing a plethora of motifs and patterns all reminiscent of spring

This type of carpet is often found in the entrance area or passageways of Iranian houses

Sarouk was renowned for its carpet weaving industry in the late 19th and early 20th centuries

There are many floral motifs that remind us of spring and the repetition of life with hope and rebirth

Afshar means "obedient"

Local artisans use Persian knots which offer greater precision

Yazd city rugs are among the most gorgeous of the Persian rug family