Isfahan Iranian Hand-knotted Red/Navy Rug (9'8 x 15'9)

Rejuvenate your decor with the unmatched charm of this enchanting Persian rug from Isfahan, Iran. Centuries have passed since Isfahan became one of the most important rugweaving centers in Persia. The city is the center of the Isfahan province and is located in a vast region of Central Iran. Isfahan 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. Isfahan designers have been influenced by the motifs of ceramic works and historical buildings such as Chehel-Sotun Palace, Madrassa Chahar-Bagh Madare Shah, and the Mosque of Sheikh Lotfollah. Rugs from Isfahan feature a variety of fascinating themes such as palmate floral designs, gardens full of animals and intricate medallions. This stunningly beautiful rug features rich tones in red, navy, ivory, dove grey, blue, pistachio, and salmon. Find the creations of artisans from across the globe at Overstock.com. Slight variation in the color, design and size 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. All rug sizes are approximate Imported