Isfahan Rug

Isfahan Rug
Design of Isfahan Rug (Rugman)
General information
Name	Isfahan Rug
Original name	قالی اصفهان
Alternative name(s)	Isfahan Carpet
Origin	Iran: Isfahan
Category	City
Prime examples	Sultan Murad Rug in the Museum of Islamic Art Qatar
Master designers	Eisa Bahadori, Hooshang Jazizadeh, Other Names
Technical information
Common designs	Lachak Toranj, Tree, Arabesque (Eslimi)
Common colors	Crimson, Cream, Navy Blue, Ruby, Begie, Blue
Dyeing method	Natural, Synthetic
Pile material	Silk
Foundation material	Silk, Cotton
Knot type	Asymmetrical (Persian), Jufti

Isfahan rugs originate from Isfahan, located between two mountain ranges just south of Tehran, Isfahan is the capital city of the province. The weaving of Isfahan rugs dates back to the 16th century. During its peak in the 17th century Isfahan became the capital of Iran. The most sought after Isfahan rugs are made by the very famous master weaver, Serafian. These rugs are in such great demand that a whole industry of counterfeit Serafian traditional rugs now exists. Buyer beware. The best protection is to purchase Isfahan rugs only from a reputable dealer who will provide a certificate of authentication. The skilled artisans of authentic Isfahan rugs ply their trade using Persian knots with varying KPSI (knots per square inch), depending on the quality of the rug.

Bibliography

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