Yazd Rug
204 x 133 cm (6' 8" x 4' 4")
 Persia, mid 20th century
 Condition: very good, full pile
 Warp: cotton, weft: cotton, pile: wool

The historical city of Yazd lies halfway between two other great weaving centres of Kerman and Isfahan. Yazd is a beautiful city also famous for ancient sand-colouredarchitecture and a romantic secluded desert setting as well as delicious confectionaries. Carpets have been made here for over 400 yearsand it was one of the earliest royal workshops of the Safavid dynasty. Yazd carpets are famous for their detailed designs and range of colours. These hand-knotted carpets have soft woolen pile and are appreciated by connoisseurs and investors because of their high quality and durability.