Persian Tabriz – 2.93×1.91

Description

The most striking feature of this carpet are its proportions and shape which sit so well together, and which can give a much needed anchor point to a room. The carpet is wool and is from the city of Tabriz. The main guard border has colours which are in harmony  with the other colours of the carpet.

Tabriz 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 brightness. At the beginning of the century, the finest carpets had a silk pile. These are rare pieces and are among the most beautiful examples of Persian carpets. The usual Tabriz design is a medallion surrounded by flowers and tendrils; however, some carpets have a design with repeating patterns.