Persian Ardakan Rug - 3.10 x 2.00 tabrizArdakan rugs originate from Ardakan, in the northwest corner of Yazd Province, known for its fabulous Persian carpets, is also historically a center of camel raising. Although it is located between Yazd and Nain, its influence comes primarily from Kashan. Throughout this area of Iran other small towns including Boroujerd, Josheghan, Khomaine, Najafabad, Taleghan, and Veramin, still weave Persian carpets with influences carried forward from the 16th
burnt orange and shades of brown make this carpet quite spellbinding
Solid & hard-wearing
It has a central medallion shape and the yellow colours appear in many places creating much elegance style and continuity
measuring 34' x 17'
A striking feature of this beautiful silk rug is the central medallion that is round in shape
Designed by Master Kermani
Ardekan rugs woven in the larger cities are of the highest standards
It is shaped some what like the human eye and is very restful on the human spirit
The knot style used on Birjand rugs is the Persian asymmetrical knot
Central medallion
The most recognized design found on Ardabil rugs is the famous Mahi (Herati) design – a diamond medallion and small fish throughout
Lilihan carpets are coarsely