Persian Malayer

Persian MalayerMalayer, in the province of Hamadan, is the birthplace of the Malayer rug, a distinctive group of Persian weavings. Recognizable by their diverse colour and style, one of the things that sets antique Malayer rugs apart is an exquisitely detailed border that almost rivals the equally complex patterns within the field. More abstract or geometric than other Persian rugs, hand knotted Malayer rugs can be found in a wide variety of traditional carpet

these rugs were not initially made to be sold

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

where wool is an important source of income

framed by stylized floral patterns

The Zanjan is lively and bright

and they are considered to be among the best examples of Afghan weaving

It is the semi-nomadic Kudish people of Markad

They feature geometric tribal designs made with wool on a cotton base

or elephant

These carpets are made to last

colour can be a distinguishing characteristic of the Shahsavan

Featuring repeating patterns of octagonal 'guls'