Chinese Handhooked Rug - 2.75 x 1.83 Turkaman

Chinese Handhooked Rug - 2.75 x 1.83 TurkamanAbout 2,000 years ago the first rugs for the imperial court were made in China. The antique rugs are determined by patterns of porcelain painting or silk weaving. Taoist and Buddhist influences can also be seen. Nowadays, carpets are produced in modern knotting, which are also oriented to Persian models. Chinese rugs are quite durable models. Production is mainly to be found in the major cities of Beijing and Tianjin. The Faeghi family are the name

The central rosette style medallion explodes gently out into the field

it has beautiful tones of yellows and reds

The overall impact of the composition is outstanding and is showered in the main body of the field with delightful motifs and abounding vines that spin and curve in what appears to be a never ending space

in the Province of Isfahan

in the northwest corner of Yazd Province

This magnificent central motif carpet is an amazing balance of colours and ideas

Flowers everywhere

The  focal point of this carpet is certainly the vase and flowers that sit just south of the actual centre

Anatolia had been known for carpets with stylized animal and geometric designs

Azerbijani rugs are known for their stunning designs and bright colours

this wool carpet exudes sophistication

They are like Nain rugs but more rustic