Persian Qom Silk Rug - 1.18 x 0.83 Extra Large

Persian Qom Silk Rug - 1.18 x 0.83 Extra LargeQum rugs are among the finest rugs in the world. The quality of Qum silk rugs is particularly high. In the past and at present, Qum is one of the most important centres for producing silk, Kourk wool and silk inlaid carpets. Weavers in Qum use Persian knots and average around 600 knots per square inch. The majority are small, very fine, and beautiful; so many people hang them on the wall. The patterns are usually highly curvilinear, but they sometimes

complemented by the elegant guard borders

The colours are also lighter

yet fun and exciting

Floral border

Hook and S motifs

which is often decorated with motifs resembling pine

Wheels of Life

The Afshar carpets usually have red and blue colour tones and mostly geometrical patterns

orange and deep blue

It is a signed pieced crafted by master craftsman using materials of the highest order

The usual Tabriz design is a medallion surrounded by flowers and tendrils

There is balance and structure in the format of the patterns which are largely floral and reminds us of the abundance of spring