Persian Qom Fine Wool Rug - 2.11 x 1.32 tabriz

Persian Qom Fine Wool Rug - 2.11 x 1.32 tabrizQum rugs are among the finest rugs in the world. The quality of Qum silk rugs is particularly high. In the past and at present, Qum is one of the most important centres for producing silk, Kourk wool and silk inlaid carpets. Weavers in Qum use Persian knots and average around 600 knots per square inch. The majority are small, very fine, and beautiful; so many people hang them on the wall. The patterns are usually highly curvilinear, but they sometimes

burnt orange and shades of brown make this carpet quite spellbinding

they possess an undeniable allure

The quality of Qum silk rugs is particularly high

and the designs are simple and geometric

This type of carpet is often found in the entrance area or passageways of Iranian houses

many of which have been weaving rugs for centuries

bordered by guardstripes of geometric patterns

This is a magnificent prayer rug made of silk from the city of Qum

Qom rugs (or Qum

resulting in a carpet with great lustre

Reds tend to be a burgundy color rather than brick red as in Kazaks

are a popular motif