Persian Hamadan Wool Rug - 2.85 x 1.05 Connoisseur

Persian Hamadan Wool Rug - 2.85 x 1.05 ConnoisseurHamadan was once the capital of Persia during the periods of the Seljuks and today is the catchment area for rugs from numerous towns and villages, many of which have been weaving rugs for centuries. Because Hamadan rugs are drawn from such a wide area, they can be extremely varied in design. They are hard wearing and generally of good quality. Fairly recently rugs have been made in the city of Hamadan itself. Such rugs are made with thick high

The central lozenge shape expands outwards

Their colors are also deeper and more varied

Their hallmark is whimsy

Each of the designs is meaningful

They are very durable and are capable of lasting an incredibly long period of time

In Azerbaijan North west of Iran there is the province of Heriz

The very centre of the carpet is a circle and there are many part circles in various places in the filed of the carpet

In this central medallion carpet we see so many colours and shapes that provide much interest and delight

It will bring into any room a reminder of the beauty of spring

That is all portrayed against the background concept of eternity

The rug has a beauty and charm about it that makes it highly collectable

Qum is one of the most important centres for producing silk