Persian Nahavand

Persian NahavandOne of Iran's leading rug manufacturers is the ancient city of Nahavand, which produces high quality Persian rugs of excellent repute. Many of the designs come from the famous city Malayer to the west. The carpets feature nomadic and geometrical motifs in a rectilinear design, with a central, leaf like medallion. Beige and pale rust reds unfold beautifully on dark blue backgrounds, framed by stylized floral patterns, with vases as a popular motif. The

Colours are typically ivory

Stylish and elegant

These long runners feature simple geometric patterns

as well as small animals and plants

With their practical value as a floor covering that could be sold in times of difficulty

With a cotton warp and a cotton or high quality coarse wool weft

Using classic colours and vivid patterns these nomadic carpets are made with sheep and goat wool

all Khal Mohammadi rugs share the same basic weave

Girls started at age six and families were required to weave at least one rug each month

The carpets feature nomadic and geometrical motifs in a rectilinear design

and is another fine addition to the Oriental rug family

vishapagorgs (dragon-carpets) and otsagorgs (serpent-carpets)