Persian Wiss

Persian WissFrom Viss ? a small town near the city of Hamadan ? comes the Viss or Wiss rug. The distinctive characteristic of these rugs is a unique, seven sided centre medallion that has smaller diamond shapes at either end. The medallion stands out on a solid open field, most often red, with a large and intricate (usually) navy border. Additional design features can include small animal figures, the Herati motif and garden elements in ivory, khaki and light

collectively

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The wool is lustrous

with the exception of the finest carpets

Afghan Mori rugs are stunning carpets with intricate patterns that combine reds

including rust and beige

While the warp in Persian carpets is usually wool

Each Second Life rug is one-of-a-kind

Nomadic tribes in the district of Sirjan (in southern Iran's Fars and Kerman provinces) have a long rug weaving history that includes both Turkish and Kurdish influences

With an average of 120 knots per square inch

tribal rugs from this region are some of the best in Iran

Kashan rugs are made in all sizes with high quality wool and beautiful motifs outlined in silk