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Red in Persian Culture and Rugs

Red in Persian Culture and Rugs

For many years people have used different things to symbolize their feelings, thoughts and beliefs. Colours are one of those things that human beings have used to express themselves. Based on Persian mythology Ahura Mazda or the god of truth, was light and his first...

Flying Rug

Flying Rug

Last night we were speaking with our friend, Yaser, and he told us a fantastic story about some kind people whose art will remain forever. The story goes back to when Yaser came to Tehran, from a small town, to start his university degree in Engineering. Tehran is one...

What is the Story Behind Mahi (Fish) Motif in Persian Rugs?

What is the Story Behind Mahi (Fish) Motif in Persian Rugs?

Before I start telling you the story, let me describe how it looks like. Mahi motif is composed of a flower surrounded by two or a couple of leaves. I was wondering why it called fish but there isn’t any fish (Mahi) in it?! People have always wanted to explain what...

Yalda Night

Yalda Night

Each group of people celebrate some days traditionally and these days are specious and important for them. There are customs that people do at these times and I think by doing that people feel more connected to their society and being a part of a whole. We have a...

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About 50 miles southeast of Tabriz by road and 40 miles as the crow flies lies one of the most intriguing and unspoiled weaving areas of Persia, referred to as the Heriz area, but it could also be named the Geravan, Mehriban or Bakshaish area. The names of these and...

Symmetrical and Asymmetrical knot

The two main types of knots used in carpet weaving are symmetrical and asymmetrical knots, also known as Persian and Turkish knots. The symmetrical knot, also known as the Turkish knot or Ghiordes knot, originates from Turkey where it was first used. It can also be...

How Should Choose a High-Quality Handmade Rug? 
How Should Choose a High-Quality Handmade Rug? 

Are you wondering how should you choose a good quality rug? Choosing a good-quality rug can be a challenge for most of us, as long as they play an important role in our home decoration and even our health, especially when it comes to choosing a hand-knotted, it requires a little bit of knowledge. I am going to tell you easy and quick secrets to help you choose a good quality hand-knotted rug.