Persian Gabbeh Rug - 2.08 x 1.28 Balouchi

Persian Gabbeh Rug - 2.08 x 1.28 BalouchiShiraz has been known for centuries as the city of roses, which is reflected in the motifs of many of the carpets. However, the most common motif, and one by which the carpets may be identified, is the diamond shaped lozenge by itself in the centre of the carpet or repeated along the length twice or three times according to the size. The diamond motif of the Shiraz carpets is usually in light or dark blue and the background is normally red with

that is in itself delightful to behold

Traditionally

There is in its design a depiction of a gateway into paradise and the overall theme is very much one of family unity against the backdrop of the immensity of the universe

In Azerbaijan North west of Iran there is the province of Heriz

It has lovely red colour in its centre and also along its main guard and outer guard borders

beautiful floral motifs

not far from the greater city of Tabriz

Having said that

Ghum) are made in the Qom Province of Iran

Local artisans use Persian knots which offer greater precision

The rugs are known in the antique market from the early nineteenth century

The tones and hues of this carpet are truly delightful