It is a common mistake to assume that Oriental rugs can be
identified by their designs or symbols alone. While it is true
that certain symbols are closely associated with specific localities
or weaving groups, it would take an exceptionally
confident person to identify a rug without confirming their
opinion by carefully checking the weave, materials, and
dyes. This is especially true today, due to a substantial
number of high-quality Persian copies coming onto the
market from India, Pakistan, and the Balkan countries. This
article attempts to discuss the most common design elements
and symbols used in Persian rugs, their meanings,
and the region of the origin. This discussion of themes and
symbols will hopefully serve as an aid in the identification
of Persian rugs...
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