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

These durable rugs are woven by tough Kurdish people in the city of Bidjar

the Dhurrie (also Dhurri

Woven with the Persian or asymmetrical knot and with wool made of velvet and silk

while generally fine

Very similar in design

The name comes from the Persian 'chob'

these medium-sized

While most weavers vary this trademark style slightly according to their own artistry – sometimes including a central medallion and corner pieces (as in the rug below) - the core design remains much the same

with motifs outlined in light yellow

It is the semi-nomadic Kudish people of Markad – living in tribes away from the city and practicing the traditions of their ancestors – that weave the tribal Lilian rug

The bold design of the Heriz rug originated with the Mongols

the durable Persian Mir rug – known as Seraband (Saraband) in the 19th and 20th centuries – is part of the Ardabil group