Oriental Iran Rug, Kashan Persian - 2.15 x 1.42 Meters

Oriental rug iran kashan - entirely handmade - dimensions: 1.42 X 2.15 meters - quality: wool - origin: iran - period: mid 20th century - "circa 1970" era of the shah ced carpet with 4 signatures weaving imperial workshop of the shah signed by master isa arbabi - condition: vintage, some small defects lack of wool the city of kashan has long been the center of quality carpets, nearly one in three inhabitants is employed in carpet manufacturing and among these more than two thirds are women. The carpet manufacturing process begins with a design, developed by drawing inspiration from a set of established styles, with motifs of flowers, leaves, branches, animals and scenes inspired by persian history. The carpets of the city of keshan (kashan) or kachan are known throughout the world. Famous for their quality which is undoubtedly one of the best. In the persian empire, the city was considered one of the most important trading places. Kashan carpets usually feature a central medallion, floral ornaments of different colors.