Persian Hamadan Village Rug - 3.27 x 1.72 tabriz

Persian Hamadan Village Rug - 3.27 x 1.72 tabrizHamadan was once the capital of Persia during the periods of the Seljuks and today is the catchment area for rugs from numerous towns and villages, many of which have been weaving rugs for centuries. Because Hamadan rugs are drawn from such a wide area, they can be extremely varied in design. They are hard wearing and generally of good quality. Fairly recently rugs have been made in the city of Hamadan itself. Such rugs are made with thick high

intricate designs

we must start with the symbols and the motifs that appear on the carpet

The rest of the carpet also has an amazing range of flowers and motifs

This delightful carpet has a central medallion that is lozenge shape with a suitable proportioned lantern each side length ways and with smaller flowers on each side moving into the field

There are however

Soft wool is used for the pile and is of a loose pile

This carpet is beautiful

and homeowners seeking a statement piece that blends beauty with heritage

The most recognized design found on Ardabil rugs is the famous Mahi (Herati) design – a diamond medallion and small fish throughout

This energetic carpet is pictorial in design and made of kourk wool

and had the most beautiful palaces

The repetition of the various coloured tiles in the main filed suggest continuity  of design