The field guide · Kinds of rug

Persian-design rug

Persian-design describes a rug whose pattern draws on Persian weaving traditions. Rugs with these designs are also made outside Iran. The design description and the stated place of manufacture answer different questions, so both should be read when identifying a piece.

Also Persian style · Persian-style rug

See also Persian rug (Iranian rug), Attribution

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