Oriental Rug Design & Artists

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Although distinct designs are developed in varioius regions, several basic formats dominate oriental rug weaving.

A border and a field are the most common format. Rugs usually have several borders in which the main border contains the central motif or it dominates the other borders by size or detail of workmanship.

The field usually features garden designs and floral clusters. A medalian frequently dominates the center which may be repeated in the corners. In pictorial rugs, hunting scenes, animals, tree of life, a vase or fountain motif may be the design in the central field.

Artist at work.

The design of the example carpet (region: Teheran) shows the motif of trees. The intertwining branches of dark red roses brings the thoughts of hope and peace. It may be a love story that inspired the designer. Deer symbolizes peace and a lion, a symbol of strength suggests the idea of hope, peace and strength, all united in harmony.