Persian Saveh Wool Rug - 2.00 x 1.30 killim

Persian Saveh Wool Rug - 2.00 x 1.30 killimSaveh rugs originate from Saveh, located in northwestern Iran, just south of Tehran and is home to the Shahsavan tribe. Shahsavan literally means For those who love the Shah in Farsi and is a title bestowed upon warriors in the 17th century who were defending the northern border of Persia. The majority of Saveh rugs are small pieces and rug runner styles as a result of being woven by nomadic people that used looms that were compact, making them easy

There was production of Persian carpet at Royal workshops in the 17th and early 18th century

or as in this case animals such as camels

This beautiful silk carpet was made in the city of Qum

which will last a lifetime

Tabriz is situated in north-western Iran

and one by which the carpets may be identified

This is one of the most beautiful pictorial carpets one could hope to find

Medallions are the most usual motif

Hosseinabad or Hussainabad rugs are tribal rugs that are handwoven by the semi-nomadic peoples of northern Iran in a village near Hamadan by the name of Hosseinabad

For every horizontal line of knots there are four to five weft cords

south of the Caspian Sea

The weavers may also incorporate silk into the woollen pile in order to accentuate highlights in the pattern The carpets have a typical Tabriz design