Persian Shiraz Rug - 2.92 x 1.50 classic

Persian Shiraz Rug - 2.92 x 1.50 classicShiraz has been known for centuries as the city of roses, which is reflected in the motifs of many of the carpets. However, the most common motif, and one by which the carpets may be identified, is the diamond shaped lozenge by itself in the centre of the carpet or repeated along the length twice or three times according to the size. The diamond motif of the Shiraz carpets is usually in light or dark blue and the background is normally red with

This carpet may hold its place comfortably with the very best produced in that region and may be purchased withe our highest recommendation

Kashan was a major centre in the garment trade

and these designs can be considered trademarks

the motifs of which are also used in the borders and in the corners

These carpets are known as “Kerman Ravar”

The field itself is a plain red

Whist the patterns of the Hamadan rugs are highly varying

the central medallion is circular and is in the proportions and shape that reflect the overall size and shape of the carpet itself

Apart from the village rugs

they are considered to be among the best in the world

and outlines

Nain Nain is a small town in the province of Isfahan