Persian Yazd Rug - 3.72 x 2.75 Tribal

Persian Yazd Rug - 3.72 x 2.75 TribalYazd city rugs are among the most gorgeous of the Persian rug family. Their stunning colors and intricate patterns remind us of the ancient beautiful rugs which were woven in Central Iran many centuries ago. The number of colors used in Yazd rugs is endless. However, a rich burgundy is usually the predominant one and some other common colors are different shades of blue, green and ivory. Yazds have traditional floral patterns and they bear a striking

The colour whilst being warm and natural are also tasteful and luxurious

The field contains motifs representing nature and in particular spring

This pure silk carpet has a small central medallion that is in the shape of a flower

door hangings and bags of various sizes

The soft and subtle tones of this carpet are amazing and suggest class and sophistication

a leaf or a flame

The city of Kashmar is to the north and the cities of Birjand and Ferdows to the east

Some believe it represents (variously) fertility

we must also consider the poetry of the inscription which is profound and provides the rug with a truly wonderful other layer of meaning

They appear also on motifs in the main guard border

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

The weavers also produce other trappings of the nomadic lifestyle