Mood rugs, reputed to be among the finest in the world, are hand woven
in the city of Mashad in the Province of Khorassan. This great weaving
center is also a trade center for the rugs produced in the neighboring
towns and villages. You may notice that Mood rugs have some
characteristics that are similar to a rug produced in Birjand. Although
most are woven in workshops in the city, it is possible to find
occasional Mood rugs that have been woven on a home loom. Skilled
artisans use the asymmetrical Persian knot in the creation of this very
special carpet as it offers more precision when weaving the intricately
detailed patterns.
Mood
rugs are well known for curvilinear patterns with a single sunflower
shaped center medallion that is both unique and strikingly beautiful.
There are several other classic patterns closely associated with Mood
rugs as well. The Mahi or Herati and Boteh designs in an all-over
layout or with a star shaped central medallion are very frequently
used. Another is the garden or field design on Mood rugs which
illustrates a stylized garden. Mood rugs feature beiges, browns, reds,
and blues, with ivory providing the contrast. The colors are made from
natural vegetable dyes.
The warps on Mood rugs are mostly cotton, while the wefts are either
cotton or wool. Silk may be used in certain areas of Mood rugs in order
to emphasize a part of the design. Although they are available in a
wide variety of sizes, Mood rugs are most commonly mid-size to large.
Prized by collectors and aficionados all over the world for its superb
quality and great beauty, Mood rugs are a rare one-of-a-kind work of
art to be treasured and enjoyed.
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