Persian Hamadan Village Rug - 2.35x1.40 Gabeh

Persian Hamadan Village Rug - 2.35x1.40 GabehHamadan Hamadan 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

Perhaps not the largest but certainly better known and more prolific concentration of the Afshar clans is in the Kerman province

and became very popular in the West in the 18th and 19th centuries

The colours are soft and fresh

This is a magnificent central rosette pattern carpet

and has always been one the carpet weaving centers

Ardabil has a long and illustrious history of Persian carpet weaving

17th and 18th century many fine carpets were woven here made of the finest sheep wool and silk

established the town of Kashan

In the past and at present

with bright unexpected colours and playful patterns

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

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