Yazd rugs

Yazd rugs, hand woven in central Iran mid way between Kerman and Kashan, typically feature a single floral medallion in the center of the field.
Yazd is an ancient city in central Iran situated mid way between Kerman and Kashan. Famous as the home of the Zoroastrian faith, it is also the location where the first area rug for the Safavid Dynasty was made. An area rug from Yazd bears certain similarities to those produced in Kerman and Kashan. Considering the close proximity of the three cities, it is quite natural that they should produce similar designs using similar techniques. The major difference lies not in design, but in yarn and quality. Although very similar to Kermans in design, a Yazd area rug is woven with thicker yarn giving it a lower knot count, but producing a sturdier area rug. A Yazd area rug is more flexible and woven with finer warps and wefts than one from Kashmar. Local artisans in Yazd weave an area rug of exceptionally high quality using the asymmetrical Persian knot.
An area rug woven in Yazd will typically feature a single floral medallion in the center. It would be highly unusual to find one with small medallions scattered throughout the field. The color palette of a Yazd area rug may vary greatly depending on whether it is destined for the export market or the domestic market. Pastel shades are generally seen on an area rug woven for export, while the domestic market has a decided preference for very bold colors. Frequently an area rug from Yazd can be recognized by a red background and brown border. However, pink is sometimes used to create an abstract background. Blue is rarely seen on a Yazd area rug.
The foundation on a Yazd area rug is cotton, while the pile is thick and lush wool. Although available in a wide range of sizes, an area rug from Yazd is most commonly mid-size. As strong and durable as it is beautiful, a Yazd area rug is an excellent choice for high traffic areas.