Persian Ardabil Rug - 3.32 x 1.37 Extra Large

Persian Ardabil Rug - 3.32 x 1.37 Extra LargeArdabil rugs originate from Ardabil located in the province of Ardabil Province in north western Iran, 639 kilometres from Tehran. Ardabil has a long and illustrious history of Persian carpet weaving. The name Ardabil comes from the Avesta and has the literal meaning of a tall holy place. The weavers in Ardabil ply their craft using Azerbaijani knots. Two of the most famous carpets in existence today are a pair of Persian carpets from Ardabil. One of

639 kilometres from Tehran

There are many floral motifs

It is from the city of Tabriz and is made form wool

As early as the 16th century valuable carpets were woven there for court use

and gold are used for the medallion

The third one threw himself into the heart of the flame and was consumed

Saveh rugs are known in the antique market from the late nineteenth century

Various vegetable and other natural dyes are used to produce the rich colors

paisley motifs

diamonds and crosses as well as representations of animals

The Lilihan rugs are using single -wefted  weave

A charming woman from another age steps into todays world because of the genius of the carpet designer