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This mid-19th-century Tabriz silk carpet represents the artistic spirit of its time—a period when Persian weavers blended tradition with creative storytelling. Its unusual landscape composition, symbolic elements, and refined craftsmanship make it not only a functional textile but also a work of art.

For collectors, historians, and lovers of Persian design, such carpets offer a glimpse into the poetic imagination and technical mastery of Tabriz’s master weavers.

Rug weaving relies on looms that stretch warp threads for knotting and weaving, with two main types:

Horizontal Looms: Portable and used by nomadic groups like the Kashgais and Turkomans.

Vertical Looms: More complex, used by settled artisans, with three types:

• Village Loom: Simple design with adjustable warp threads.
• Tabriz Loom: Continuously loops warp threads for efficient weaving.
• Roller Beam Loom: Advanced, allowing rugs of any length with uniform tension.

Each loom type influences the size, detail, and craftsmanship of the final rug.