Since the early part of this century, Tabriz has lead a resurgence in carpet-weaving both for domestic use and for export. With strict standards of craftsmanship and quality of materials used, Tabriz weavers produced tight densely-knotted structures and elaborate floral displays in their antique carpets. Some of the finest workshop rugs, woven exclusively for carpet aficionados among the nobility, are technical achievements unsurpassed by any other weavings of the 20th century.
Like Kashan and Isfahan antique carpets, Tabriz antique carpets capture the sophistication and refinement of the classical Safavid Court carpets. Reflected in many fine examples of Tabriz carpets is this rich heritage of the elegant court tradition combined with subtle innovations inspired by Western taste and artistry.
The Tabriz weavers of antique carpets drew on a varied repertoire of delicate designs: multi-faceted flowerheads, subtle arabesques, lush vinery rendered in naturalistic detail, and precise allover "Herati" patterns, all woven in jewel-toned colors.
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