Persian Tabriz Rug - 2.08x1.98 Square

Persian Tabriz Rug - 2.08x1.98 SquareThe obvious thing about this carpet is its balance and shapes, particularly the circular central medallion sitting within a large hexagon shape. The colours and design are remarkably. It is a wool carpet from the city of Tabriz. Tabriz 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.

They are quite rare and historically very important

There is much balance and harmony to this piece and its central concept is the tree of life

The tradition of hand-knotting rugs has been passed from generation to generation

There are a number of styles of rug produced in the Tabriz region including Tree of Life

Qom rugs (or Qum

It has earthy rustic colours

although a lot of changes have been made to the designs

the precise meaning is difficult to translate except in general terms

One of the carpets

mosques and libraries

It is over in shape

subtle and soft