Persian Nain Silk Inlaid Rug - 2.98 x 2.47 Extra LargeNain is a small town in the province of Isfahan, and it is situated on the edge of the desert uplands of central Iran. Until the beginning of this century, the main craft in Nain was the weaving of costly woollen cloth. The import of textiles from the west lead to the decline of this craft, and the Nain craftsmen switched to carpet making. They were soon to gain a place among the quality carpet producers of Iran. The decoration of Nain carpets is
They are different from tribal rugs that are produced by nomadic tribes that moved from one location to another
The colours and design are remarkably
This beautiful wool carpet is a village rug from Tabriz It makes a powerful statement with the choice of lovely colours that are in balance and harmony with each other
The central medallion is captivating and reflects precisely the composition of the guard borders and the field that frames the ocean of calming greens and yellow
The outer guard border is a softer combination of colours
This carpet has a strong presence with the clear shapes in focus
which is often decorated with motifs resembling pine
It is made on a silk foundation and comes from the city of Isfahan
This carpet is a work of genius combining wonderful shades of gold and yellow to create a sense of luxury and beauty
Sarouk was renowned for its carpet weaving industry in the late 19th and early 20th centuries
The gentle hues and tones of colour provide uniformity throughout the carpet
animals and flowers are also used
