Pacific Mashad 67326 Burgundy Red Traditional Semi Antique Rug Border:Red Stylized animal and bird figures

Stylized animal and bird figures are a distinctive feature

Dating back to the 20th century

rotating the rug to prevent uneven wear

The weavers typically use wool for both the pile and foundation

like Tabriz

Pacific Mashad 67326 Burgundy Red Traditional Semi Antique Rug Border:Red Stylized animal and bird figuresPersia is well known for their beautiful, hand knotted rugs. The rugs are usually made with a cotton foundation and followed by a wool pile. They come in all sorts of colors and designs, but the most popular ones tend to be the red, blue, and green rugs. The city of Mashad is especially known for its high quality rugs. The rugs from Mashad are known for their thick piles and intricate designs. They are often made with handspun wool and natural dyes.