4'1" x 6' Hand Knotted Kerman Wool Traditional Oriental Area Rug Ivory

• Exact Size: 4'1"x6
• Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
• Yarn: 100% Wool
• Color: Ivory, Rose, Blue, Sage, Rust, Multi
• Origin: India
• Pile Height: 0.75 inch
• Condition: New
• Condition Description: New with tag
• Rug#: AOR16179

Story Behind the Art : Famous for their technical quality and elaborate design, Kerman rugs originated in its namesake city of Kerman in south-eastern Iran. Kerman has been a celebrated center of workshop weaving since the Safavid era (1501-1732). A typical pattern for Kerman rugs and rugs is a floral or architectural theme in the main border with a central medallion in the field. Other patterns range from Shah Abbasi medallion-and-corner, garden, vase, tree of life, hunting and animals to all-over boteh, all-over floral and stripes. The most recognized Kerman rug design is the vase or boteh rug pattern, which consists of an all-over pattern of vases or boteh strewn all over the rug against a background of floral motifs and palmettes. Kerman rugs are noted for their finesse of weave, delicate designs and an unparalleled range of colors. It takes over a year to make a Kerman rug and usually anywhere from 15-30 colors are used per rug.