Persian Kashan Rug - 3.90 x 2.80 AT-TY-152 Turkaman

Persian Kashan Rug - 3.90 x 2.80 AT-TY-152 TurkamanZobeida, 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

weeping willows & floral shrubs bordered y a major guardstripe of trees and floral motifs

This is a handmade rug from the city of Isfahan constructed on a silk foundation

it has a history dating back more than 2000 years

Sometimes it is referred to as maki

It i made of wool form the city of Tabriz

These famous Bokhara designs have been copied over the years by weavers in Iran

Saveh rugs are known in the antique market from the late nineteenth century

The vibrant floral patterns and energetic design make it a captivating piece

Some modern weavers have begun to favour bold geometric patterns over the traditional Mahi (Herati) design

particularly reds

and Eastern Turkey

With its subtle colour palette and elegant central medallion