Persian Malayer Rug - 3.16x1.12 Extra LargeMalayer is a city located in the southwestern area of the Hamadan Province in western Iran. It is considered one of the oldest weaving villages in Hamadan. The Turkish (symmetric) knot is used. The rugs are tightly woven with a low cut pile. Malayers have semigeometric designs in an all over or medallion style. The designs have palmettes with leaves and vines, traditional motifs of Boteh (paisley), Herati (fish), Shrub, Vase, and at times the Tree of
The colours and design are remarkably
The colours are muted and delightful
the most common designs are those with a central medallion
It is a wool carpet from the city of Tabriz
This magnificent carpet is an amazing balance of reds
This is a beautiful central round pattern rug from the city of Tabriz
which will last a lifetime
Bakhtiar carpets are often made with motifs inspired by gardens
weavers adopt a unique weaving method often referred to as the wet loom technique
Common patterns include medallions
Some modern weavers have begun to favour bold geometric patterns over the traditional Mahi (Herati) design
The carpet is divided into individual squares with animals and plants acting as symbols
