Meshad Rug

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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.

Meshad Rug
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Design of Mashad Rug (Rugman)
General information
NameMashad Rug
Original nameقالی مشهد
Alternative name(s)Mashad Carpet
Origin Iran: Khorasan
CategoryCity
Technical information
Common designsLachak Toranj, Afshan
Common colorsCrimson, Ultramarine, Cream, Navy Blue, Brown, Green, Pink, Yellow
Dyeing methodNatural, Synthetic
Pile materialWool, Silk
Foundation materialCotton
Knot typeAsymmetrical (Persian), Jufti, Symmetrical (Turkish)