Persian Carpet Guide
The Persian rug guide brings together information on origins, weaving areas, traditions, designs and features of the main types of Persian rugs. Understanding the origin helps to read colours, materials, decorative motifs and the artisanal value of each piece, while also distinguishing between city rugs, tribal rugs and village production.
This section is not meant to replace the shop catalog, but to support it. It explains why a Tabriz, a Kashan, a Heriz or a Qashqai belong to different visual and technical worlds even though all are part of the broader Persian rug tradition. To see available pieces and receive direct advice, the main references remain the catalog, the carpets page and the contact page.
If you are looking for a Persian or Oriental rug in Verona, this guide helps you build a clearer vocabulary before choosing: reading the origin of a rug means understanding its structure, quality, decorative character and relationship with the room in which it will live.
City workshops and classic Persian traditions
Abadeh
Compact and decorative rugs appreciated for geometric balance, practical durability and a clear Persian identity.
Ardabil
A historic northern tradition linked to one of the symbolic regions of Persian weaving and to lighter, elegant compositions.
Isfahan
Among the most refined Persian rugs, known for fine knotting, floral elegance and a strong urban artistic heritage.
Joshagan
Recognisable for floral-geometric language and for a decorative balance that sits between regional character and classic taste.
Jozan
A workshop tradition valued for floral drawing, village discipline and a polished classical appearance.
Kashan
One of the great Persian classics, with central medallions, urban craftsmanship and timeless decorative authority.
Kashmar
Often chosen for composed layouts, historical motifs and the elegant carpet culture of the Khorasan region.
Kerman
Celebrated for refinement, floral richness and a graceful southern Persian decorative sensibility.
Qom
Fine wool and silk rugs associated with delicate knotting, luminous palettes and strong collectible appeal.
Mashad
A Khorasan tradition known for strong medallions, deep colours and a confident classical presence.
Nain
Clear ivory and blue palettes, silk accents and fine structure make these rugs among the most recognisable Persian classics.
Sarouk
A durable and decorative classic, appreciated for floral drawing and strong versatility in refined interiors.
Senneh
Fine Kurdish weaving connected to Herati patterns and a light, elegant Persian textile character.
Tabriz
One of the major names in Persian carpet history, spanning medallion, floral and pictorial designs with excellent technical range.
Tribal, village and regional identities
Afshar
South-eastern tribal rugs with geometric motifs, rich colour and a direct, recognisable handmade personality.
Bakhtiari
Loved for durability and garden-style layouts, they combine nomadic strength with decorative abundance.
Bijar
Famous for density and resistance, often considered among the strongest and most enduring rugs of the Persian tradition.
Ferahan
A restrained and elegant village production, especially admired for Herati patterns and quiet refinement.
Heriz
Bold geometric medallions, strong wool and a visual identity that works beautifully in both classic and modern rooms.
Hosseinabad
Warm, practical village carpets from north-western Iran, appreciated for authenticity and approachable decorative character.
Qashqai
Nomadic, vivid and full of symbols, they represent one of the most immediate and charismatic tribal Persian traditions.
Nanaj
A village type with strong authenticity, traditional motifs and warm colours suited to those who like measured character.