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Rug description.

Mashad from Iran
* Approximate Weaving Time: hrs.
* Materials Used: Foundation: 100% Cotton, Pile: 100% Wool
* Colors: Dust Burnt Sienna, Sky Blue, Dust Moss Green, Ivory, Antique Rose, Dark Blue, Burnt Orange
* Size: 6'2" x 9'9"
* Age: Semi-antique 40-50yrs old
* Condition: Very good high pile, muted colors, (wearing well, appropriately for age)

Please Note: colors may vary on different monitors.

Mashad is the capital and largest city in Khorasan which is an immense province and occupies the northeast quadrant of Iran. It is also considered the most holy city of Iran, because it houses the shrine of Imam Reza who is very dear to Muslims around the world. Much of it is remote and sparsely populated. Khorasan is one of the major wool-producing areas of Iran. Many different ethnic groups reside in Khorasan. Each group weaves rugs with characteristics that reflect the ethnic origin of the weaver. Mashad serves as the major market place for these rugs. Mashad carpets are woven in the city of Mashad as well as in the 500 or more towns and villages.