Persian Turkman

Persian TurkmanThe finest of all tribal rugs are produced by the Turkmen: tribal weavers from Uzbekistan, Turkemistan and Afghanistan, who create and knot their own designs in the Bashir, Tekke and Yomut carpet styles. With 20 120 knots per square inch higher in the finest antique rugs the carpets feature simple patterns in true nomadic fashion, with dark red fields and repeating black or blue and ivory 'gul' motifs. The pile is cut thin on these hard wearing rugs,

a distinctive group of Persian weavings

naturally dyed

Sarouk weavers use the symmetrical Persian knot

but they are difficult to source today

rough carpet

Handmade Tibetan carpets are made in Tibet

The Tabriz's unique double weft is generally cotton or wool

Traditionally made by woman and used as sleeping rugs

although the asymmetrical Persian knot is used in some cities and – unique to the Sarab – both knots can be found within the same carpet

luxurious feel

histories and traditions

With 20-120 knots per square inch – higher in the finest antique rugs – the carpets feature simple patterns in true nomadic fashion