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=== Weaving techniques ===

=== Weaving techniques ===

The formars range from small mats to rugs approximately seven feet by four feet six inches; runners are also produced. They have a cotton foundation and a medium to long wool pile tied in the Turkish ([[Symmetric Knot|symmetric]]) knot. Taleghan rugs are durably woven and make for long-lasting floor coverings.<br>

The formars range from small mats to rugs approximately seven feet by four feet six inches; runners are also produced. They have a cotton foundation and a medium to long wool pile tied in the Turkish ([[Symmetrical Knot|symmetric]]) knot. Taleghan rugs are durably woven and make for long-lasting floor coverings.<br>

By the last quarter of the twentieth century, many Taleghan weavers switched from making traditional designs to produce styles similar to those of other areas to meet domestic and foreign export demand.<ref> Moheban, 2015, p.564-565</ref>

By the last quarter of the twentieth century, many Taleghan weavers switched from making traditional designs to produce styles similar to those of other areas to meet domestic and foreign export demand.<ref> Moheban, 2015, p.564-565</ref>

== See also ==

== See also ==

[[Hamadan Rug]], [[Zanjan Rug]]

[[Hamadan Rug]], [[Zanjan Rug]]