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| − | '''Yazd rugs''' are among the most gorgeous of the Persian rug family. Their stunning colors and intricate patterns remind us of the ancient beautiful rugs which were woven in Central Iran many centuries ago. The number of colors used in Yazd rugs is endless. However, a rich burgundy is usually the predominant one and some other common colors are different shades of blue, green and ivory. Yazds have traditional floral patterns and they bear a striking resemblance to the legandary rugs of the city of Kashan. The city of Yazd is located in the province of Yazd, which is in central Iran which is not too far from Kashan, Kerman, Qum, Nain, or Isfahan. A truly magnificent work of art, no words can describe the utmost beauty of the famous rugs of Yazd. | + | '''Yazd rugs''' are among the most gorgeous of the Persian rug family. Their stunning colors and intricate patterns remind us of the ancient beautiful rugs which were woven in Central Iran many centuries ago. The number of colors used in Yazd rugs is endless. However, a rich burgundy is usually the predominant one and some other common colors are different shades of blue, green and ivory. Yazds have traditional floral patterns and they bear a striking resemblance to the legandary rugs of the city of Kashan. The city of Yazd is located in the province of Yazd, which is in central Iran which is not too far from Kashan, Kerman, Qum, Nain, or Isfahan. A truly magnificent work of art, no words can describe the utmost beauty of the famous rugs of Yazd. |
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| + | ==History== | ||
| + | Yazd is the capital city of the Yazd Province in central Iran. It is an ancient city that dates back to moo BCE. Yazd was once the center of Zoroastrian culture, and a small population practicing that faith continues to live there today. In the Western markets, especially America, Yazd carpets were categorized and sold as Kerman carpets. This was because the city's weaving technique, design, and coloration were similar to those of the neighboring Kerman Province. Yazd carpet colors were often stronger than Kerman tonalities, which only experienced carpet dealers are able to notice. The purpose of using the Kerman name over Yazd was to benefit from the rich weaving history of Kerman and its popularity in the West.<ref>Moheban, 2015, 623</ref><br> | ||
| + | Yazd carpets are known in the trade dating to the late nineteenth century.<ref>Moheban, 2015, 624</ref><br> | ||
| + | Yazd formats range from small mats to oversize carpets. The weavings are produced from good to fine in grade quality.<ref>Moheban, 2015, 624</ref><br> | ||
| + | ==Materials== | ||
| + | ===Foundation and Pile=== | ||
| + | The rugs and carpets have a cotton foundation, a short wool pile.<ref>Moheban, 2015, 624</ref><br> | ||
| + | ==Techniques and structures== | ||
| + | ===Color and dyeing=== | ||
| + | The carpets have pomegranate-red (from cochineal), dark blue, or ivory grounds. These colors are interchangeable for the border. In addition, different shades of red, blue, green, gold, brown, gray, and cinnamon appear in the inner borders, design elements, and outlines.<ref>Moheban, 2015, 624</ref><br> | ||
| + | ===Motifs and Designs=== | ||
| + | The designs are floral, with medallion, allover, or Lattice styles. The weavings are inspired by Kerman classical designs with palmettes, leaves, flower sprays, and vines throughout the field, medallion, and borders. The designs also include Boteh (paisley), Herati (fish), Minakhani (rosette-linked trellis), Shrub, Tree Of Life, and medallion with an Open Field.<ref>Moheban, 2015, 624</ref><br> | ||
| + | ===Weaving techniques=== | ||
| + | The rugs and carpets have a Persian (asymmetric) knot.<ref>Moheban, 2015, 624</ref><br> | ||
| + | ==See also== | ||
| + | {{Wikipedia}}<br> | ||
| + | <br> | ||
| + | ==References== | ||
| + | {{reflist}} | ||
| + | ==Bibliography== | ||
| + | * Abraham Levi Moheban. 2015. ''The Encyclopedia of Antique Carpets: Twenty-Five Centuries of Weaving''. NewYork: Princeton Architectural Press. | ||
[[Category:Persian Carpets]] | [[Category:Persian Carpets]] | ||
[[fa:قالی_یزد]] | [[fa:قالی_یزد]] | ||
Revision as of 09:58, 14 July 2020
| Yazd Rug | |
|---|---|
 Design of Yazd Rug (Rugman) | |
| General information | |
| Name | Yazd Rug |
| Original name | قالی یزد |
| Alternative name(s) | Yazd Carpet |
| Origin |  Iran: Yazd |
| Category | City |
| Technical information | |
| Common designs | Geometric, Herati (Fish) |
| Common colors | Crimson, Navy Blue, White, Cream, Blue, Beige |
| Dyeing method | Natural, Synthetic |
| Pile material | Wool |
| Foundation material | Cotton |
| Knot type | Asymmetrical (Persian) |
Yazd rugs are among the most gorgeous of the Persian rug family. Their stunning colors and intricate patterns remind us of the ancient beautiful rugs which were woven in Central Iran many centuries ago. The number of colors used in Yazd rugs is endless. However, a rich burgundy is usually the predominant one and some other common colors are different shades of blue, green and ivory. Yazds have traditional floral patterns and they bear a striking resemblance to the legandary rugs of the city of Kashan. The city of Yazd is located in the province of Yazd, which is in central Iran which is not too far from Kashan, Kerman, Qum, Nain, or Isfahan. A truly magnificent work of art, no words can describe the utmost beauty of the famous rugs of Yazd.
History
Yazd is the capital city of the Yazd Province in central Iran. It is an ancient city that dates back to moo BCE. Yazd was once the center of Zoroastrian culture, and a small population practicing that faith continues to live there today. In the Western markets, especially America, Yazd carpets were categorized and sold as Kerman carpets. This was because the city's weaving technique, design, and coloration were similar to those of the neighboring Kerman Province. Yazd carpet colors were often stronger than Kerman tonalities, which only experienced carpet dealers are able to notice. The purpose of using the Kerman name over Yazd was to benefit from the rich weaving history of Kerman and its popularity in the West.[1]
Yazd carpets are known in the trade dating to the late nineteenth century.[2]
Yazd formats range from small mats to oversize carpets. The weavings are produced from good to fine in grade quality.[3]
Materials
Foundation and Pile
The rugs and carpets have a cotton foundation, a short wool pile.[4]
Techniques and structures
Color and dyeing
The carpets have pomegranate-red (from cochineal), dark blue, or ivory grounds. These colors are interchangeable for the border. In addition, different shades of red, blue, green, gold, brown, gray, and cinnamon appear in the inner borders, design elements, and outlines.[5]
Motifs and Designs
The designs are floral, with medallion, allover, or Lattice styles. The weavings are inspired by Kerman classical designs with palmettes, leaves, flower sprays, and vines throughout the field, medallion, and borders. The designs also include Boteh (paisley), Herati (fish), Minakhani (rosette-linked trellis), Shrub, Tree Of Life, and medallion with an Open Field.[6]
Weaving techniques
The rugs and carpets have a Persian (asymmetric) knot.[7]
See also
References
Bibliography
- Abraham Levi Moheban. 2015. The Encyclopedia of Antique Carpets: Twenty-Five Centuries of Weaving. NewYork: Princeton Architectural Press.