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| Kerman Rugs | Kerman rugs originate from Kerman, in southeastern Iran, is located just southeast of Tehran. This long time carpet weaving center is where the prized Kerman rugs is produced. Equal in quality to Tabriz and Isfahan, Kerman rugs has long been a favorite among western collectors who appreciate the superb craftsmanship and exquisite designs. Kerman rugs may be hand woven in both the city and surrounding villages, although those made in the city are though to be of a higher quality. Skilled artisans use Persian knots in order to create the intricate detail on these masterpieces.
There is no finer example of pictorial design than Kerman rugs. Although they are often imitated, they are unequaled. Traditionally Kerman rugs have medallions and outer borders that are intricately detailed and woven from cartoons. One of the most famous is the Eski-Kerman, a single medallion with arabesque, typically with solid and lighter colored fields. The open field is actually an important distinguishing characteristic of modern Kerman rugs. Other classic designs are Shah Abbasi medallion-and-corner, all-over floral, all-over boteh, and 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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