Persian Tabriz Kourk Rug - 2.96 x 2.08 classic

Persian Tabriz Kourk Rug - 2.96 x 2.08 classicTabriz is situated in north western Iran, in the province of Azerbaijan, and is the capital of a very important carpet weaving region. The town is over 1000 years old and even centuries ago it was famous as a cultural centre. The Tabriz carpets are of very good quality, finely knotted and made of strong lustrous wool. There are old carpets in private homes, used for years, which are still in excellent condition, and the colours have kept their

rust tones

It is made of wool and is from the city of Tabriz

It is made from silk and comes from the city of Qum

It has a repeat overall pattern with an explosion of floral motifs everywhere

It is made of wool and is a remarkably creative design

which unfold on a blue background

Knotted entirely of silk results in results in a carpet with great lustre which is highly durable and luxurious

The colours are glorious and the beauty of the carpet is spellbinding

partly inspired by nomadic rugs

around 100 km south of Tehran

resulting in a carpet with great lustre

The manufacturing of carpets today is extensive and the quality varies from excellent handicrafts to simple and cheap bazaar qualities