Sarouk Rug

Sarouk Rug
Design of Sarouk Rug (Rugman)
General information
Name	Sarouk Rug
Original name	قالی ساروق
Alternative name(s)	Sarouk Carpet
Origin	Iran: Markazi
Category	Village
Technical information
Common designs	Lachak Toranj, Afshan
Common colors	Red, Blue, Beige, Copper, Beige
Dyeing method	Natural, Synthetic
Pile material	Wool
Foundation material	Cotton
Knot type	Asymmetrical (Persian)

Sarough rugs originate from Sarough, also known as Sarouk and Saruq, located in the Province of Markasi in central Iran. Sarough is a very important village for area rug weaving. Their output is most impressive in both quality and number. Antique Sarough rugs produced prior to 1900 is considered to be a masterpiece. Due to the extraordinary quality of craftsmanship and material, it is sought after by museums and private collectors alike. Talented weavers create Sarough rugs in both village and workshop settings using the Persian knot, although the Turkish knot is seen in antique Saroughs.

Bibliography

Abraham Levi Moheban, (2015), The Encyclopedia of Antique Carpets: Twenty-Five Centuries of Weaving, NewYork: Princeton Architectural Press.