Antique Persian Sultanabad Wool Carpet

Antique Persian Sultanabad Wool CarpetThe city of Sultanabad (now known as Arak) in Iran Persia, became a major rug production center in the second half of the 19th century as the result of efforts by Ziegler & Co., a British Swiss manufacturer who modified traditional Persian carpet designs to satisfy European tastes. Colors were softened to appeal to American and European tastes (rose red being the most popular), patterns were bigger, and the rugs were made larger to accommodate room

are of those from the 19th and early 20th centuries

or color fields of black

Some of the most breathtaking examples of craftsmanship can be found in modern Indian carpets

are known for their flat weave style

Size: 10’ X 13’14"

Rug Number: 70002376

and the wool used is that of Tibetan highland sheep

Size: 5'9" X 9'6"

and diverse Persian rug producing cities in the world

Kilim are most closely associated with geometric designs because diagonal patterns strengthen the rug

Antique Kerman rugs are valued for their intricate designs

Size: 7'9" X 9'6"