Persian Mashhad Rug - 2.90 x 1.90 tribal

Persian Mashhad Rug - 2.90 x 1.90 tribalMeshed (Mashehad) is the modern capital of Khorasan, in North Iran. It is near both the Russian Turkestan and the Afghanistan borders. Mesheds are usually decorated with all over designs, florals, herati or Islim. Colours are varied and are bright. Red (especially plum) is favoured. So is purple rose. Green is also popular. The border normally reflects the central motif, while the two narrow flanking guard borders are often likely to be floral design.

Typically colours are red

The mihrab

The central medallion is an elongated circle in shape and is a combination of lighter olive and reds

Architecture as well as carpet weaving flourished at this time

Weaving in Isfahan flourished in the Safavid era

It is a central medallion rug with floral motifs and patterns that are intricate and  the quality of craftsmanship and design are of the highest standard

A central centre medallion sets the tone in many cases

making them ideal for high-traffic areas

weeping willows and cypresses

Around the central medallion are two lanterns than move out its length

It has earthy rustic colours

The central medallion in this carpet appears to be placed upon two similar medallions that sit one on top of the other