Persian Hamedan Rug - 1.55 x 1.05 AT-TY-164 Connoisseur

Persian Hamedan Rug - 1.55 x 1.05 AT-TY-164 ConnoisseurHamadan 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

Because of this the carpets - named after the nomads of the Bakhtiari tribe

and designs represent the origins and culture of a society

extremely interesting with extended borders north and south

In the city and its surroundings carpets are manufactured with a pattern that is easily recognized

Such motifs are often seen as a symbol long life

which whilst luxurious

With its subtle blues

A most unique and spell binding carpet

The allover patterns have tribal design elements such as flower heads

This Persian Qum carpet features the symbolic Tree of Life with birds that bring messages of good news from heaven

Symbolism in Persian rugs is passed down from generation to generation

this Persian Kashan carpet is a masterpiece of design