Khorassan Rugs: Northeast Masterpieces

Khorassan carpets and rugs are renowned for their exquisite rug. The region is situated in the northeastern part of Iran and the capital city, Mashhad is among the major rug weaving centers. Khorassan carpets are renowned for their vivid red, crimson or vivid red background. The red hue is derived from natural plant with red granule that only grows in the Khorassan region. They are also other colors in these pieces like blue tones, navy, brown tones and variety of green colors. It is also common for some Khorassan carpets and rugs to have lighter and more elegant coloration. There are numerous designs, from all-over designs to arabesque medallions. It is also notable that the Herati borders are also commonly employed. Another important characteristic of Khorassan carpet is the soft and lustrous wool that is used in their production. These beautiful pieces are part of Persian rugs that you can also visit.