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100% Hand-Knotted Rug (12.4x9.9) Tabriz is a city in northwestern Iran that is perhaps the oldest rug-weaving center in the world with a tradition dating back to the 15th century. The weavers of Tabriz emulate the styles from other parts of Iran but the rug is identified by looking for double wefting Turkish knotting and the undyed or lightly colored cotton warps and wefts. The designs you will find on a Tabriz are dense floral motifs palmettes foliage vases and miniature flowers in colors of burgundy red ivory creams blues tan and green. These patterns may or may not be centered around a medallion. The pile is wool or on finer rugs wool and silk. Tabriz rugs are a high standard of craftsmanship that is appreciated the world over. Persian Tabriz rug measuring 12 ft 4 inches x 9 ft 9 inches. It is approx 30 to 40 years old and in good condition for its age. Retail Value $12000.00