Esfahan Hand-knotted Red/Navy Rug - 8'8 x 13' (Iran)
Rejuvenate your decor with the unmatched charm of this enchanting Persian rug from Esfahan, Iran. Centuries have passed since Esfahan became one of the most important rug weaving centers in Persia. The city is located in a vast region of Central Iran. Esfahan flourished during the Safavid era, and served temporarily as the capital during this period. During this time the city produced artistic architecture, enamel works, and particularly, rugs. Esfahan designers have been influenced by the motifs of Isfahan ceramic works and historical buildings such as Chehel-Sotun Palace, Madrassa Chahar-Bagh Madare Shah, and the Mosque of Sheikh Lotfollah. Rugs from Esfahan feature a variety of fascinating themes such as palmate floral designs, gardens full of animals, and intricate medallions. Made of wool with a cotton backing, this eye-catching rug has a red background and navy border. With accents of ivory, light blue, brown, and rust, it really ties a room together. Find the creations of artisans from across the globe at Overtstock.com. Slight variation in the color and designs in each piece is normal in handmade rugs. Due to the difference of monitor colors, some rug colors may vary slightly. Overstock.com tries to represent all rug colors accurately. Please refer to the text above for a description of the colors shown in the photo. Imported

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