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

and human and animal figures

almost blanket-like feel

using cotton warps instead of wool and using a loom that accelerates the knotting process

namely the Heriz with its medallion style

variations of the handmade Bukhara rug are produced in many countries

in the background

Master weavers in Tabriz are among the most skilled in Persia and

the Kurdish rug industry is concentrated in Afghanistan and Iranian Kurdistan and the styling of these rugs

During this process the rug piles are cut short and the entire rug is stone washed

These smooth wool rugs have a relatively thick

dark blue and black

with flowers and vine details in a variety of other colours