Persian Hamadan Village Rug - 2.95 x 1.05 Extra Large

Persian Hamadan Village Rug - 2.95 x 1.05 Extra LargeHamadan 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 high

They are often knotted entirely in silk

The colours and design are remarkably

This magnificent short runner carpet is an amazing balance of salmon

and has always been one the carpet weaving centers

In this central medallion carpet we see so many colours and shapes that provide much interest and delight

and this together with the amazing tones of colour make this a most auspicious carpet

100% wool pile & natural dyes

The Persian carpet workshops ceased production in circa 1722 after the Afghan invasion

It has a wonderful and captivating overall pattern

and medallion

The most prominent feature of this rug is the plethora of motifs and patterns all reminiscent of spring

and cinnamon accentuate the flowers and other design elements