Exquisite Persian Tabriz Silk Carpet. A large taupe medallion in center matches the border and out field, while an expansive highly detailed floral and vine field surrounds the medallion underpinned by a rich blue so deep it is almost black. 

Size: 125 x 96 In. 

A Tabriz rug or carpet is a type in the general category of Persian carpets from the city of Tabriz, the capital city of the East Azerbaijan province in northwestern Iran. Situated in the Quru River valley and at one time the most visited city in the world, it is one of the oldest rug weaving centers in Persian history and produced a hugely diverse array of carpets, due to the many nations that passed through and influenced or brought new styles there. Both wool and silk are used for their rugs, which incorporate medallions, Herati/Mahi influences, figural, pictorial, and even three-dimensionally representational rugs in addition to more traditional floral and geometric patterns. The art of Tabriz rugmaking reached its zenith in the 12th to 16th Centuries, with nations from the Far East to the west coast of Africa traveling to obtain and trade there. The Tabriz school of rugmaking is often divided into subgroups depending on subject matter, such as Heris, Lachak-turanj, Afshan, Aghajly, Ford Fasil, and Sardorud styles, and Ardabil carpets (now considered an artform in their own right) include the Sheikh Safi, Sarabi, Shah Abbasi, and Mir styles. 

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