 Borchelu rugs originate from Borchelu, a Kurdish district in northwestern Iran. Borchelu produces absolutely magnificent tribal rugs. Their predominantly long, narrow shape lends itself for use as a rug runner. Borchelu rugs are hand woven with great care by nomadic tribes living in remote areas, far away from modern civilization. Borchelu is one of the few places where single wefted rugs are tied with asymmetrical knots. Weaving is done by the women of the tribe. They educate their daughters in the age old craft of rug weaving and continue to pass down this delicate art from generation to generation. A mother and daughter may work diligently for several months to complete a single rug runner.
While some Persian rugs include floral patterns in their designs, the Borchelu rug runner is among the most floral and intricately made of all tribal rugs. The bright colors and elements of nature typify the style of tribal rug runner from this region. A very popular design features a round floral medallion in the center of a field of flowers colored predominantly in magnificent shades of reds and burgundies, with blues, greens, or ivories serving as a contrast. A more unusual color pallet on Borchelu rugs may feature a blue medallion on a pale yellow field, and a very dark blue border, with harmonizing shades of earthy brick red, rose, coral, several shades of green, and tan.
The warps on Borchelu rugs are mostly cotton, while the wefts are wool. The pile is almost always wool although the weaver may sometimes include silk in the rug runner in order to highlight a part of the design. These rugs are beautifully constructed and made to last. Brochelu rugs are each totally unique and individual. Its beauty will bring warmth to any home and enhance any décor.
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