The design is tree of life which is a popular element in many vintage persian rugs and is one of the oldest symbols found in rug design.
Tree of life persian rug history.
In early persian mythology we find the tree of life called the gaokerena a sacred haoma tree containing all the seeds necessary for giving life the world.
The jureidinis have been surrounded by luxurious oriental and persian rugs their entire lives.
This piece has green base color with cream border.
Ancient egyptians similarly recognized the tree as a symbol of the events that led to everything coming into existence.
As such they represent miscellaneous simultaneous lines of tradition and reflect the history of iran and its various peoples.
Tree of life design antique tabriz rug country of origin.
Persian carpets and rugs of various types were woven in parallel by nomadic tribes in village and town workshops and by royal court manufactories alike.
Description fine antique silk persian kashan tree of life rug genuine woven carpet art intricate santa barbara design center rugs and more 4 2 x 6 7 come visit us at santa barbara design center 410 olive st santa barbara ca 93101.
This inspiring symbol has taken on many names throughout time including the holy tree the world tree or tree of love.
The history of persian rugs persian carpet a culmination of artistic magnificence dates back to 2 500 years ago.
First quarter of the 20th century 1910 this extraordinary antique carpet is decorated with a prominent tree of life pattern with strongly arching.
View this item and discover similar for sale at 1stdibs to the south east of persia is the city of kerman or kirman and to the north of kerman is the village of laver or raver which has a rug weaving history.