Persian Qom Silk Rug - 2.40 x 1.73 Turkaman

Persian Qom Silk Rug - 2.40 x 1.73 TurkamanQum rugs are among the finest rugs in the world. The quality of Qum silk rugs is particularly high. In the past and at present, Qum is one of the most important centres for producing silk, Kourk wool and silk inlaid carpets. Weavers in Qum use Persian knots and average around 600 knots per square inch. The majority are small, very fine, and beautiful; so many people hang them on the wall. The patterns are usually highly curvilinear, but they sometimes

This is an extraordinary carpet that whilst having a very definite curvilinear design

Village rugs are in high demand because of their versatile colors and designs

Kashan was a major centre in the garment trade

It is made from silk and comes from Qum in Iran

wefts can be either cotton or wool

it is world renowned for producing the finest quality Kurdish tribal wool rugs

offering them authentic works of art to enliven and enrich their homes

thus framing this work of art perfectly

Today Arak continues to produce semi-tribal or “village” rugs similar to those made in this part of Iran over two thousand years ago

Skilled artisans may use either the Turkish or Persian knot

particularly reds

which serves to give a lovely frame to the centre of the carpet