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| Isfahan Rugs | Isfahan rugs originate from Isfahan, located between two mountain ranges just south of Tehran, Isfahan is the capital city of the province. The weaving of Isfahan rugs dates back to the 16th century. During its peak in the 17th century Isfahan became the capital of Iran. The most sought after Isfahan rugs are made by the very famous master weaver, Serafian. These rugs are in such great demand that a whole industry of counterfeit Serafian traditional rugs now exists. Buyer beware. The best protection is to purchase Isfahan rugs only from a reputable dealer who will provide a certificate of authentication. The skilled artisans of authentic Isfahan rugs ply their trade using Persian knots with varying KPSI (knots per square inch), depending on the quality of the rug.
The distinctive characteristics of Isfahan rugs are their symmetrical and well balanced designs often with a striking contrast between the borders and field. The background and the borders are visibly divided by two to five minor borders. A frequently used design on Isfahan traditional rugs features a large round medallion resembling the mosaic tile work of the interior of the dome of the Sheikh Lotfollah's Mosque. Other popular designs include pictorials, and the tree of life. | 
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Durability - Natural materials, such as wool, cotton and silk have much greater durability than synthetics. They will never release chemical gases, as most synthetics eventually do, and are also innocent of other environmental concerns, like causing allergies, pollution, etc. Natural Persian and Oriental rugs are meant to endure beyond a lifetime.
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