Shiraz carpet made in the villages around the city of Shiraz, which the city sited practically upon the old Persian Persepolis, in the Iranian province of Fars. The designs tend to come from settled tribal weavers so they mimic Qashqai, Khamseh, Afshar, Abadeh and Luri designs
Shiraz rugs are not often very finely knotted, with both Qashqai and Abadeh both having a finer knot. Shiraz utilizes the Persian (asymmetrical) knot.
The color is balance, the darker center in opposite of the lighter border. The same way the design is balance, a very busy Herati center and a pleasant border design with running water and trees.
The tribal weavers in Malayer were often Turkish, and they employed the Turkish knot, Gourde, to weave these creations. The Gourde is a symmetrical knot, as opposed to the asymmetrical knot of many traditionally Persian creations. Additionally, antique Malayer rugs regularly enjoy a low cut pile. Weavers trimmed the pile in order to enhance the appearance of the design.
Step into the past with a captivating masterpiece for your floor - the c-1880's Fabula's antique 8' x 11'1" Oushak carpet, a true oil painting in textile form. Adorned with an allover large geometric motif design on a soothing light green-blue background, this rug is more than just a floor covering; it's a timeless work of art.
Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of this Oushak carpet, a testament to the craftsmanship of a bygone era. With its good condition and professional cleaning, the rug radiates a sense of care and preservation.
A highly decorative late 19th-century Turkoman Ensi woven with exceptionally lustrous wool and a beautifully aged palette of rose-red, madder, ivory, and indigo. The rug displays the classic four-panel tent-door composition framed by bold geometric borders and an architectural canopy motif. The spacious drawing and elegant proportions give the piece remarkable visual presence despite its relatively modest size.
The fine weave, excellent wool quality, and outstanding state of preservation make this an attractive collector's example.
Serapi rug could be also Bakshaish because of his motifs like birds in the center medallion and combination of colors, primitive design and weave. the beautiful design of birds and their egg inside of the nest. decorated with traditional patterns and loosely spaced design. a wonderful combination of tribal patterns from the Caucasus along with early Safavid influences.
