Persian Kashan Rug - 3.40x2.55 Rug - Da 147 TribalZobeida, the favourite wife of the famous Caliph Haroun al Rasheed, established the town of Kashan, which is situated between Tehran and Isfahan. The Kashan district is possibly one of the best producers of Persian carpets. These carpets have taken the name of the region, and are simply referred to as the Kashan. Due to the very high quality of the wool, the very fine weaving and the beautiful colours and designs, Kashans have come to be classified
comprising of soft gentle depictions of flowers and animals
in various shades is the color they are known for together with their fine and silky weave
bring rest and balance to the carpet
This carpet is a work of genius combining wonderful shades of light olive greens and teal create a sense of luxury and beauty
somewhat resembling kilim
Due to the location of Mahallat
so many people hang them on the wall
These are used as blankets and known as Gabeh patuee
It would look delightful in any setting and will give its owner and future generations much happiness when they gaze at it and take in its beauty
Today Arak continues to produce semi-tribal or "village" rugs similar to those made in this part of Iran over two thousand years ago
The colours and shapes of this carpet are truly amazing
practical weaving techniques that reflect everyday rural use
