Persian Hossein Abad Rug - 3.00 x 1.60 Connoisseur

Persian Hossein Abad Rug - 3.00 x 1.60 ConnoisseurHosseinabad or Hussainabad rugs are tribal rugs that are handwoven by the semi nomadic peoples of northern Iran in a village near Hamadan by the name of Hosseinabad. They usually have an intricate pattern with a detailed central medallion. The coloring is predominantly shades of red, navy blue, and ivory. Both geometric and floral patterns are seen in rugs of this type. The quality of these rugs is good and they are made with very soft wool making

This is a truly inspired work of art that presents us with a central medallion appearing in an oval shaped carpet

17th and 18th century many fine carpets were woven here made of the finest sheep wool and silk

and animals and vegetation everywhere

Due to the very high quality of the wool

A most unique and spell binding carpet

and it is quite possible that this was what was intended by the master weaver as such a symbol quite often was employed to protect the owner from misfortune and in particular to ward off the 'evil eye'

often carpets with extremely high knot density and Shah Abbas patterns are quite often characteristic of such carpets

Lahore is now one of the largest centers of Pakistan's carpets Industry

Afshar means “obedient”

The most recognized design found on Ardabil rugs is the famous Mahi (Herati) design - a diamond medallion and small fish throughout

The rugs made in and around Songhor all have similarities

Especially popular are Khal Mohammadi or Afghan Aqche