Persian Hamadan Village Rug - 2.05x1.40 Extra Large

Persian Hamadan Village Rug - 2.05x1.40 Extra LargeHamadan Hamadan was once the capital of Persia during the periods of the Seljuks and today is the catchment area for rugs from numerous towns and villages, many of which have been weaving rugs for centuries. Because Hamadan rugs are drawn from such a wide area, they can be extremely varied in design. They are hard wearing and generally of good quality. Fairly recently rugs have been made in the city of Hamadan itself. Such rugs are made with thick

Wherever you look

and elaborate medallions

resulting in a distinctive aesthetic that incorporates elements of several village and nomadic Persian rug styles

Soumak is a type of flat weave

coloured soft red

though they are not as finely knotted

It is made from wool and comes from the city of Gorawan

The most striking feature of this carpet are its proportions and shape which sit so well together

and the colours have kept their brightness

and human figures in the field

The rugs made in and around Songhor all have similarities

This carpet has a strong presence with the clear shape of the central medallions and the beautiful pink colours