Persian Mashhad Moud Rug - 1.22 x 0.78 Balouchi

Persian Mashhad Moud Rug - 1.22 x 0.78 BalouchiMoud is a village to the southeast of Birjand in south Kaorasan province. Moud carpets are similar to those woven in other Khorasan cities such as Azghand, Birjand, and Gonabad. They are traded as Khorasan carpets in the Western market. Moud carpets are known in the antique trade from the turn of the twentieth century. The designs are floral in either a medallion or allover style. Well respected, Moud rugs are amongst the most beautiful and detailed

This gives the carpet great presence

Historically

Rug weaving started in Turkey since 13th century with the arrival of the Seljuks

Stars of Wisdom

The carpet is made from silk and is signed by master designer Mosavy

Caucasian and Armenian carpets retained their customary geometric patterns remained popular

Various vegetable and other natural dyes are used to produce the rich colors

In the late 19th century

This carpet is sold with the highest recommendation of Peter Faeghi and may be purchased with complete confidence

often rendered in strong indigo blues

It is made from wool and comes from the city of Mashehad Meshed (Mashehad) is the modern capital of Khorasan

subtle and soft