Meshad Rug
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| Meshad Rug | |
|---|---|
 Design of Mashad Rug (Rugman) | |
| General information | |
| Name | Mashad Rug |
| Original name | قالی مشهد |
| Alternative name(s) | Mashad Carpet |
| Origin |  Iran: Khorasan |
| Category | City |
| Master designers | Ali Khan Amo Oqli, Mohammad Amo Oqli, other Names |
| Technical information | |
| Common designs | Lachak Toranj, Afshan |
| Common colors | Crimson, Cream, Navy Blue, Brown, Green, Pink, Yellow |
| Dyeing method | Natural, Synthetic |
| Pile material | Wool, Silk |
| Foundation material | Cotton |
| Knot type | Asymmetrical (Persian), Jufti, Symmetrical (Turkish) |
Located in Northeastern Iran, Mashad is an important center of the carpet weaving industry. It is also considered the most holy city of Iran. This is because it holds the shrine of Imam Reza who is very dear to Muslims around the world. Mashad carpets are usually bright and cleverly colored therefore litteraly giving life to any dull room. Their color schemes are usually tones of red or blue. Mashad carpets are very well made and they will last a very long time, as would any other persian rug.[citation needed]