Sirjan rugs

Sirjan rugs, created in southern Iran, are usually flat weave and typically feature diamond shaped medallions that may run the length of the rug.

Sirjan, located in the Province of Fars in southern Iran, is the main collection point for the tribal traditional rugs that are produced in the area between Shiraz and Kerman. Strategically situated at the intersection of roads joining the four southern provinces, Sirjan is an important market center. It is also the ancestral home to the Afshari people who have greatly influenced the style of the Sirjan traditional rugs. Sirjan is famous for its highly collectable "Sofreh" textile – a small, square shape Kilim type textile that had many practical functions including that of a dining rug.

The majority of Sirjan traditional rugs are flat weave, which basically creates a textile without a pile. The technique of flat weaving Sirjan traditional rugs means that no knots are used in the weaving process. Instead the warp strands are used as the foundation and the weft stands are used as both part of the foundation and in creating the patterns. The weft strands are woven through the warp strands. However there are Sirjan traditional rugs that are woven with the symmetrical knot at an approximate density of 100 KPSI (knots per square inch).
Strong geometric designs are typical characteristics in the Sirjan traditional rugs, particularly diamond shaped medallions that may run the length of the rug. Small animals and plants are frequently seen in the field and along the borders. The predominant colors on Sirjan traditional rugs are red, burgundy, navy blue, khaki, and ivory which are all derived from local vegetation and roots of nearby plants.
The warp strands on Sirjan traditional rugs are cotton, while the pile is wool. The flat weave is very tight creating very beautiful and very durable tribal traditional rugs. Although they are available in several sizes, Sirjan traditional rugs will rarely be found larger than mid-size.
Their rich and elegant designs will add a touch of sophisticated beauty to your environment.