Persian Shiraz Rug - 2.75 x 1.97 TurkamanShiraz 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
The carpet is a collection of flowers with much colour and beauty
all contained within a solid green outer guard border
It has an overall field pattern with flowers and leaves everywhere
no words can describe the utmost beauty of the famous rugs of Yazd
The Afshar carpets usually have red and blue colour tones and mostly geometrical patterns
It will bring into any room a reminder of the beauty of spring
Kashmar is the home to many master weavers who use Persian knots to create their fine works of art
The patterns are highly curvilinear
who were nomadic tribes from central Asia
Sanandaj rugs originate from Sanandaj
thanks to tightly packed knots and resilient wool
All is balanced and in harmony
