Persian Isfahan Silk Rug - 1.57x1.07 Tribal

Persian Isfahan Silk Rug - 1.57x1.07 TribalThe abundance of flowers and the natural colours themselves remind us of the renewal of life that is central to existence itself. This carpet is spell binding and will hold pride of place in any setting. It is the epitome of beauty and luxury. Isfahan was the capital of Persia during the reign of Shah Abbas (1571 1629), and had the most beautiful palaces, mosques and libraries. Architecture as well as carpet weaving flourished at this time. Rare and

At the beginning of the century

ending the Safavid dynasty

A good Tabriz has a short and rough pile

East Azerbaijan in northwest Iran

it is made of silk and is from the city of Qum

The Kashan district is possibly one of the best producers of Persian carpets

like creation itself

It is near both the Russian Turkestan and the Afghanistan borders

but also restful and beautiful

In the midst of all of that are marvellous depictions of animal motifs together with vines containing an abundance of floral motifs

Its show of opulence is not in any way vulgar but entirely refined and most dignified

They are like Nain rugs but more rustic