Arts & Crafts by William Morris Runner Rug 18x11 rug 6- Persian design origin

6- Persian design origin

holding open a chest

The ornate floral motif adorning it is based on antique persian designs

4- Genuine hand-knotted in Pakistan

On one end of the carpet

Arts & Crafts by William Morris Runner Rug 18x11 rug 6- Persian design originThese type of carpets originated at the beginning of the 20th century in the small village of Bakshaish near Heriz in North West Persia. Materials & Craftsmanship: This fine, diligently hand knotted area rug contains a perfect blend of 80% pure silk and 20% pure wool. Persian & Oriental rugs made from a high percentage of silk are intricate and are often the most valuable of all handmade carpets. The silk fibers in this piece create a beautiful sheen