 Sabzevar
rugs originate from Sabzevar, located in the Province of Khorassan in
northeastern Iran, is a major silk route town between Tehran and
Mashad. Previously called Bayhagh, the desert city of Sabzevar has been
an important source of traditional rugs since the 1500s. Due to its
close proximity to Mashad, there is a great similarity in the
traditional rugs produced in both cities. Sabzevar is also the source
of some of the best wool in Iran due to trace amounts of copper in the
water. Two types of local wool go into the production of Sabzevar rugs.
Fall shearing gives rise to shorter fiber softer wool and spring
shearing to a longer thicker fiber. Local artisans weave Sabzevar rugs
using both Persian and Turkish knots.
The features that distinguish Sabzevar rugs from others in the region
are a rounded medallion and the fact that they use more light blue and
cream than other cities in the region. The center medallion is then
framed with usually two or even three smaller borders. All Sabzevar
rugs feature curvilinear patterns. The natural colors are created from
the local plants such as ghermez dane, pomegranate peel, walnut tree,
pine tree, and the indigo plant. The dominant shades on Sabzevar rugs
are dark red, blue, and khaki while more subtle shades such as green
and brown can be seen in newer carpets.
The foundations of Sabzevar rugs are cotton, while the pile is wool.
Although Sabzevar rugs are available in a variety of sizes, they are
predominantly mid-size (4’ x 6’ to 8’ x 10’). More modern facilities
and larger looms have enabled the weavers in Sabzevar to create large
size traditional rugs as well. These one-of-a-kind hand knotted rugs
will add warmth and elegance to any room in your home, including a
“touch of class”.
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