The city of Tabriz is situated in North West Persia and it is one of the largest cities and also the capital in the province of Azerbaijan and was the earliest capital of the Safavid dynasty and it can claim to have been a center of carpet production longer than any other city in Iran. The population comprising of the Azaris, who are the largest ethnic minority in Iran and speak the Turkish dialect. The city is old and has for centuries been a very important trading place and border station. A good Tabriz has a short and rough pile
Natural wool dues, the multi colors are amazingly beautiful, mostly like antique Serapi. Charming all over design with geometric motives. Heriz rugs are Persian rugs from the area of Heris, East Azerbaijan in northwest Iran, northeast of Tabriz. Such rugs are produced in the village of the same name in the slopes of Mount Sabalan. Heriz carpets are durable and hard-wearing and they can last for generations.
his exquisite antique Persian Hajji Jalili Tabriz rug is a miniature masterpiece that reflects the artistic genius of one of the most celebrated weaving traditions in Persia. Woven around 1880, it exemplifies the refined taste and extraordinary craftsmanship associated with the famed Hajji Jalili workshop, whose rugs are admired for their graceful drawing, delicate palettes, and exceptionally fine weave.
This exceptional late 19th-century Serapi carpet is a superb example of one of the most admired village weaving traditions, celebrated for its bold architectural design, outstanding artistry, and enduring decorative appeal.
The Bakhtiari tribe, based in Chahar Mahaal and Bakhtiari, is well known for their rugs and weavings. They have been weaving rugs exported around the globe since the early 19th century.
Colorful and dramatic Kilims (kelims) were produced by both villagers and tribal nomads in Persia. Slit tapestry predominated among Azerbaijani, Shahsevan and Ghashghai weavers, while some Kurds and others in western Persia used interlocked tapestry. These all typically have clear coloring and bold patterns.
