Persian Kashmar Rug - 3.00 x 2.00 AT-TY-67 Gabeh

Persian Kashmar Rug - 3.00 x 2.00 AT-TY-67 GabehKashmar rugs originate from Kashmar, small city located in the Province of Khorassan, just southwest of Mashad. It is reputed to produce some of the highest quality area rugs in eastern Iran in addition to being a collection point for Baluch tribal area rugs. The weaving of Kashmar rugs can be traced back to the 1500s. They are quite rare and historically very important. Much the same as books, Kashmar rugs tell the stories of the rich cultural life

The design of this carpet is a work of genius

The designs are similar to Qashqai or other tribal rugs

the Persian word for fish

The higher knot count examples of Tabriz rugs are often woven on silk warp and weft base

Long a staple of antique Turkish rugs are prized for their rich delicate palette and for the finesse and sureness of their drawing

The colours are delightful

floral motifs

its overall shape suggests a star or perhaps even the sun

ranging from classical reds to vibrant greens and golds

The curvilinear motifs and abundance of floral patterns evoke a sense of spring

Indian handmade carpets are known for high quality materials and dyes

It is over in shape