Persian Shiraz Rug - 3.60 x 1.30 ConnoisseurShiraz 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
However it must be kept in mind that a large part of the composition is in gold
Kerman The town of Kerman is in Eastern Iran
with one motif fitting perfectly with the others
narrow format described in the West as runners
Arak rug Arak rugs are hand-woven Persian pieces made in Arak (formerly known as Sultanabad)
and these weavers gave the rug its distinctive design
Malayers have semigeometric designs in an all-over or medallion style
The colours are delightful
It is a hand made wool carpet that has the most charming and magical combination of colours
The gentle hues and tones of colour provide uniformity throughout the carpet
Despite its complexity of design
Shirvans pieces are found in smaller sizes
