Bidjar

Antique Bijar carpets from northwest Persia are known for their saturated colors and distinguished by an exacting depressed-warp weave resulting from a precise and tight weft. This distinctive structure results in a thicker more dense carpet. The pliability of this piece, hence, denotes exceptional quality. The design of this piece reflects the profound influence of European, particularly French, design on the arts of Persia during the late nineteenth century.The repeat floral pattern of the field is known in the region as the gul-i farang or Western (Frankish) Rose and was a popular motif for weavings and textiles produced for both local consumption and export.