Persian Hossein Abad

Persian Hossein AbadHosseinabad or Hussainabad tribal rugs are handwoven by the semi nomadic peoples of northern Iran in Hosseinabad village near Hamadan. These long runners feature simple geometric patterns with or without a central medallion. Small animals or floral elements are sometimes incorporated, and the famous Herati design is occasionally included. Vibrantly coloured with natural vegetable dyes, shades of ivory, red and navy blue are most common. The foundation

Prayer niches are the dominant pattern and motifs are largely geometrical

Among the most popular handmade rugs in the world

during the Safavid Dynasty

The finest quality Persian rug designs made by Pakistani master weavers

as well as small animals and plants

high quality rugs that are famous for their earth tones and geometric patterns

It relates to the dyes found in wood

latch or stepped hook medallions or small animal figures

the roots of the kilim trace back to the nomadic peoples of the Middle East

Bukharas are prized for their softness

The Kashan medallion has a distinctive shape

where these rugs were used as blankets