Persian Ardakan Rug - 3.00 x 2.00 AT-TY-31 classicArdakan rugs originate from Ardakan, in the northwest corner of Yazd Province, known for its fabulous Persian carpets, is also historically a center of camel raising. Although it is located between Yazd and Nain, its influence comes primarily from Kashan. Throughout this area of Iran other small towns including Boroujerd, Josheghan, Khomaine, Najafabad, Taleghan, and Veramin, still weave Persian carpets with influences carried forward from the 16th
still weave Persian carpets with influences carried forward from the 16th century
Chinese rugs are quite durable models
Kashan was a major centre in the garment trade
This amazingly beautiful central medallion carpet
The rugs are in allover or medallion designs
same colour as guard borders
Most of the ones traded are sold in the Shiraz bazaar
Crafted by skilled Afghani artisans
The town is quite fertile and has been named after the abundance of willow trees in the area
offering them authentic works of art to enliven and enrich their homes
Isfahan is a city in central Iran that is of great importance in Persian history and was one of the world's most famous art centres
and we have only ever a small glimpse of that
