Silk Carpets

Unfurled in the reception room, a large star-shaped medallion floats on a field where various colors intersect, with a gold and pink sun motif shining at its center. A deep navy, heavy border frames the entire piece, like a picture frame, creating a scene that simultaneously adds elegance and splendor to the space.

Noori Workshop Medallion (Rachak-o-Toranj)

This piece is from the Noori Workshop, known for its delicate use of color among Qom silk carpets. The classic "Rachak-o-Toranj" (corner + medallion) composition is combined with a colorful field and a deep navy border. At the center is a star-shaped (octagonal) medallion, with a rosette inside and "rachak" (corner designs) in the four corners. Polychromatic arabesque flowers are scattered across the entire field, revealing more intricate details the closer you look. The meticulousness woven over many months becomes more apparent as you get closer.

The Intricacy and Luster Unique to Silk

Because it is woven with fine 100% silk threads in a dense weave, you can distinguish the rosette at the center of the star-shaped medallion, the multi-colored flowers scattered across the field, the rachak in the four corners, and the intricate decorations of the navy border. The various colors change as if breathing with the angle of the light, and the deep sinking of the navy border is also an expression unique to silk.

How to Incorporate It into Your Life

Measuring 139x203cm, it is the perfect size for a center rug in front of a 2-3 seater sofa, a focal point in a reception room, or under a dining table. The combination of multi-color and navy pairs well with both white walls and wooden floors, adding both splendor and elegance to the space.

This is a unique piece personally selected by the shop owner at a workshop in Qom. You can check the actual luster and intricate details in the video. Golestan, a specialty store for Persian carpets.

When placed in the living room, a large oval medallion emerges from the soft rosy brown ground, with a turquoise and gold sun emblem within and pink lachaks in the four corners. The soft misty rose border frames it beautifully, creating a scene where warmth and elegance coexist.

Medallion by Milmehdi Workshop (Lachak o Toranj)

This piece is from the Milmehdi workshop, known for its delicate weaving among Qom silk rugs. It combines the classical "Lachak & Toranj" (corner + medallion) composition with a warm rosy brown field and a soft misty rose border. Inside the central oval medallion is a turquoise and gold sun emblem, and symmetrically arranged in the four corners are pink lachaks (corner designs). The entire ground is covered with intricate arabesques, and the border features a continuous floral pattern. This rug combines elegant curves with classical dignity.

The Intricacy and Sheen Unique to Silk

Because it is woven with tightly packed, fine 100% silk threads, every detail is discernible, from the sun emblem in the center of the medallion, the thin stems of the arabesques on the ground, and the lachaks in the four corners, to the continuous floral pattern on the border. The rosy brown gains luster depending on the angle of the light, and the turquoise accents stand out—a characteristic expression unique to silk.

How to Incorporate into Your Home

At 108x160cm, this rug is the perfect size for an accent rug in the living room, a reception room, in front of a desk in a study, at the foot of a bed in a bedroom, or framed as a wall decoration. The soft combination of rosy brown and misty rose blends well with white walls and wooden floors, adding warmth and elegance to any space.

This is a one-of-a-kind item selected by the owner at a workshop in Qom. You can see the actual luster and intricate details in the video. Golestan, a specialty store for Persian rugs.

When laid at the entrance, a multi-colored sun medallion emerges from a turquoise (blue) background, with ornate gold lachaks in the four corners, and a black border along the perimeter that tightens the overall design. At the bottom is the weaver's signature in Persian. This piece embodies both vibrancy and dignity.

Medallion (Tranj & Lachak) by Ashraf Workshop

This piece is by Ashraf Workshop, known for its delicate use of color among Qum silk products. It combines the classical "lachak-o-tranj (corner + medallion)" composition with a turquoise field and large gold lachaks, tightened by a black border around the perimeter. The central medallion is a菱形(lozenge-shaped) sun emblem, with a rosette inside and small bird-like motifs on either side. The contrast between turquoise and black is a color scheme that further enhances the gold corner motifs.

The Intricacy and Luster Unique to Silk

Only with fine 100% silk threads can one discern the sun emblem in the center of the medallion, the intricate arabesques in the ground, the gold ornaments in the four corners, and the intricate continuous floral pattern on the black border. The turquoise deepens in blue and the gold emerges depending on the angle of light, a characteristic expression of silk.

How to Incorporate into Your Home

At 62x94cm, it's the perfect size for an entrance mat, wall hanging, or framed as a centerpiece in a living room or study. The combination of turquoise and black complements both white walls and wood-grained floors, adding both splendor and dignity to the space.

This is a unique piece personally selected by the shop owner at a workshop in Qum. You can see the actual luster, intricate details, and the weaver's signature at the bottom in the video. Golestan, a specialty store for Persian carpets.

When laid at the entrance, a blue and gold circular medallion appears to float in the center of a turquoise field. Tiny white flowers bloom densely across the entire field, and diamond-shaped pendants at the top and bottom tighten the composition.

Albar Workshop's Circular Rosette Medallion

Among Qum rugs, this workshop specializes in refreshing turquoise grounds and high-density medallions. In the center, a blue ground features golden-yellow rosettes (circular flowers) layered in concentric circles, with cloudband-style vines tracing their outlines. The entire field is a turquoise ground with delicate white small flowers, and the border is a blue ground with gold vines, giving the whole piece a cohesive look. This rug reinterprets the classic Lachak-o-Toranj (corner and medallion) design in a refreshing turquoise.

Silk's Unique Detail and Luster

Only with 100% fine silk threads can one discern the overlapping petals of the rosette, each tiny white flower in the field, and even the fine gold lines of the vines in the border. The turquoise shimmers with the angle of the light, and the blue and gold stand out.

How to Incorporate into Your Home

At 59x90cm, this rug is the perfect size for an entryway, bedside, as a center rug next to a sofa, or framed as a wall hanging. The refreshing turquoise complements both white walls and wooden floors, adding a bright and calming focal point to any space.

This is a one-of-a-kind piece personally selected by the shop owner at a Qum workshop. You can see the actual luster and intricate details in the video. Golestan Persian Carpet Specialty Store.

Lay it at your entrance or hang it on your wall, and a deep navy background will reveal a golden vase (ghaldaan) from which red, pink, yellow, and blue flowers profusely bloom. At the top edge is a poem by the Persian poet Khayyam, woven in gold thread. As you admire the flowers and trace the meaning of the poem, you'll find yourself feeling refreshed and invigorated by this piece.

Vase Design with Khayyam's Poem by Mir Mehdi Workshop

This is a work from the Mir Mehdi workshop, known for its delicate weaving among Qum silks. The classical vase design (ghaldaani) is complemented by a quatrain (rubaiyat) by the great Persian poet Khayyam, woven in gold thread at the top edge. The poem reads: "The clouds cover the sky and weep over the vast green grasses and flowers. These blooming flowers are our view today; when we someday turn to dust, who will gaze upon that green?" This piece conveys a message of cherishing the present moment without worrying about worldly affairs, woven together with the flowers rising from the vase.

The Intricacy and Luster Unique to Silk

Because it is made of 100% fine silk threads, you can discern every detail of the golden vase, the shades of the petals, the overlapping leaves, and each character of the Persian poem at the top. The deep navy darkens with the angle of the light, and the golden poem and multicolored flowers emerge, a unique expression of silk.

How to Incorporate It into Your Life

At 48 x 84 cm, it is the perfect size for an entrance mat, a wall decoration, or framed as the centerpiece of a living room or study, or placed on a console table. The combination of deep navy and multicolored flowers complements both white walls and wooden furniture, adding a touch of poetic charm and elegance to any space. It also makes a delightful gift for those who love literature and poetry.

This is a unique piece personally selected by the owner at a workshop in Qum. You can see the actual luster, the intricate details of the vase, and the characters of Khayyam's poem in the video. Golestan Persian Carpet Specialty Store.

When laid at the entrance, a large oval medallion emerges from a deep navy background, with roses blooming on a turquoise field within it, and small lozenge-shaped vase (pot) motifs arranged at the four corners and top and bottom. It is a simple piece, yet when viewed up close, the intricate details of the flowers become visible.

Rahmani Workshop's Rose Vase Pattern (Rose Pot)

This piece is by the Rahmani workshop, specializing in Qum silk. It features the classic "Rose Pot" composition, with multi-colored roses on a turquoise background within a central oval medallion, and small diamond-shaped vase motifs at the four corners and top and bottom. Both the field and border are a uniform deep navy, enhancing the accent colors of the roses and turquoise. A genuine product, the weaver's signature is inscribed in Persian at the bottom.

The Intricacy and Luster Unique to Silk

Because it is made of fine 100% silk threads, every detail, from the petals of the roses in the center of the medallion, the outline of the diamond-shaped vases, and the intricate decorations of the border, to the signature at the bottom, is discernible. Depending on the angle of the light, the deep navy sinks deeply, and the turquoise and rose pink emerge, creating an expression unique to silk.

How to Incorporate into Your Life

At 60x100cm, it's the perfect size for an entrance mat, wall hanging, study, or framed as a centerpiece in your living room or study. The combination of deep navy and roses complements both white walls and wood floors beautifully, adding both dignity and splendor to any space.

This is a unique piece personally selected by the owner at the workshop in Qum. You can view the actual luster, the intricate details of the roses, and the weaver's signature at the bottom in the video. Golestan, Persian Carpet Specialty Store.

When laid at the entrance, a multi-colored sun medallion appears on a turquoise (bluish-green) ground, with ornate gold lachak (corner ornaments) spreading out at the four corners. At the bottom is the weaver's signature in Persian. It is a piece where vibrancy and elegance coexist.

Medallion (Lachak o Toranj) from Ashraf Workshop

This piece is from the Ashraf workshop, known for its delicate use of color even among Qom silk carpets. It combines the classical "Lachak o Toranj" (corner + medallion) composition with a turquoise field and ornate gold corners. In the center is a multi-colored sun medallion, with small rosettes inside, and large lachak arranged symmetrically at the four corners. At the bottom is the weaver's signature, making it an authentic product of the workshop.

The Precision and Luster Unique to Silk

Because it is made of 100% silk with fine threads, you can discern the sun medallion in the center, the intricate arabesque patterns on the ground, the gold ornaments in the four corners, and even the continuous floral patterns on the border. Depending on the angle of the light, the turquoise takes on a bluer hue and the gold stands out, a characteristic expression of silk.

How to Incorporate It into Your Home

At 62x97cm, it is the perfect size for an entrance mat, wall hanging, or framed as a centerpiece in your living room or study. The combination of turquoise and gold complements both white walls and wood floors, adding a splendid focal point to your space.

This unique piece was hand-picked by the owner at a workshop in Qom. You can check the actual luster, intricate details, and the weaver's signature at the bottom in the video. Golestan Persian Carpet Specialty Store.

The closer you get and the more you focus your eyes, the more you can make out the hunter on horseback, the running beasts, and other details. This is a narrative piece, woven like a painting on a navy blue ground.

Shekargah (Hunting Scene) by Maazahel Workshop

This piece is from the Maazahel workshop, known for its narrative designs among Qom rugs. It depicts a hunter drawing a bow on horseback, galloping gazelles and lions, pheasants flying in the sky, and a castle and mountains in the background. It is a classical Persian narrative rug called a "Shekargah" (hunting scene), depicting a scene from a royal hunt. Because of the density of colors and shapes, the more closely you examine it, the more new figures and animals you will discover.

The Intricacy and Luster Unique to Silk

Because it is made of fine 100% silk threads, you can discern even the expressions on people's faces, the saddles of horses, and the fur of animals. The way the shades of navy blue subtly change with the angle of the light is also unique to silk.

For Use as an Entrance Mat or Wall Hanging

56 x 89 cm is a standard size for an entrance mat. Due to its strong narrative quality, many people frame it and use it as a wall hanging. Silk is tightly woven, so it repels fine dust, is less prone to static electricity, and daily maintenance only requires a vacuum cleaner.

This is a one-of-a-kind item selected from Qom and brought to you. You can check the actual luster and detailed story in the video. Golestan Persian Carpet Specialty Store.

When unrolled in the reception room, the rare "Chadori" geometric pattern, a combination of circles and lines on a pale green ground, emerges, framed quietly by a pale blue border. It's an elegant and serene scene with a balanced interplay of dynamism and stillness.

Chadori Geometric Pattern from Mirmehdi Workshop

This piece is from the Mirmehdi workshop, known for its delicate weaving among Qom silk rugs. The owner himself fell in love with it, choosing it for the "Irreplaceable Collection" as it would be extremely difficult to acquire another of the same quality. The rare "Chadori" geometric pattern combines circular shapes and linear elements, creating a composition that evokes both movement and stillness. The field is pale green, softly bordered by pale blue, creating an elegant color scheme.

The Intricacy and Sheen Unique to Silk

Because it is tightly woven with fine 100% silk threads, every detail is discernible, from the curves of the circles and the outlines of the lines to the intricate ornamentation of the border. The pale green subtly changes its expression with the angle of the light, a quality unique to silk. The precision of the details, woven over many months, becomes more apparent the closer you look.

How it Fits into Your Home

At 148x228cm, it's the perfect size for a center rug in front of a three-seater sofa, a focal point in a reception room, or under a dining table. The gentle combination of pale green and pale blue is easy to match with both white walls and wood-grain floors, adding both tranquility and splendor to the space.

This is a rare piece, specially selected and cherished by the owner from a workshop in Qom, making it difficult to reacquire. You can see the actual luster and detailed geometric patterns in the video. Golestan, Persian Rug Specialist.

When unfurled in the reception room, a pattern of colorful flowers filling a circular design continuously repeats across a deep red ground, with a small eight-petaled medallion centered in the middle. The unique geometry of the "Chadori," a combination of circles and straight lines, creates a scene that evokes both movement and tranquility.

Chadori Geometric Pattern from Mir Mehdi Workshop

This is a work from the Mir Mehdi workshop, known for its delicate weaving among Qum silk carpets. The rare geometric pattern called "Chadori" combines circular shapes with linear elements, creating a composition that evokes both movement and tranquility. The field is a deep crimson, and the border is in the same color, with colorful floral circles scattered across the entire surface. By using a wide variety of colors, the intricate details within each floral circle stand out.

The Intricacy and Luster Unique to Silk

Because it is woven with fine 100% silk threads in a dense weave, the tiny flowers in the center of each floral circle, the outline of the circles, and the intricate decorations of the border are all discernible. The deep red darkens with the angle of the light, and the colorful floral circles emerge like jewels—an expression unique to silk.

How to Incorporate It Into Your Home

At 108x167 cm, it's the perfect size for an accent rug in the living room, a reception room, a study, or framed as a wall decoration. The colorful palette, with deep red as the main color, pairs well with both white walls and wooden floors, adding both elegance and splendor to the space.

This is a unique piece personally selected by the owner at a workshop in Qum. You can see the actual luster of the product, the details of the geometric pattern, and the intricacy of each floral circle in the video. Golestan, a specialty store for Persian carpets.

When laid on the floor, a circular window appears in the center of the dark brown field, revealing a Tree of Life and a pair of birds woven within. The area around the window is filled with a light green ring and flowers resembling roses and peonies blooming on the dark brown field, creating a scene like a tranquil garden across the entire rug.

Tree of Life Medallion from the Mir Mehdi Workshop

This is a rare square rug, measuring 100cm by 100cm. A circular medallion is set in the center as a "window," within which are placed the Tree of Life (called "Derahetti" in Persian) and a pair of birds facing each other symmetrically. The area outside the window is filled with a light green ring and flowers blooming on a dark brown field. Originally designed for the Japanese market, it incorporates floral motifs reminiscent of cherry blossoms and plum blossoms, making it a piece where Persian tradition and Eastern charm quietly coexist.

The Precision and Luster Unique to Silk

Because of the fine threads of 100% silk, every single leaf of the Tree of Life, every feather of the pair of birds, and the overlapping petals of the flowers are discernible. The dark brown field quietly shimmers with the angle of the light, and the light green ring around the medallion stands out.

How to Incorporate into Your Life

At 100x100cm, it's the perfect size for a living room center rug, under a low table, as the focal point of a Japanese-style room, or framed as a wall hanging. Being square, it pairs well with round tables and square furniture, adding a quiet centerpiece to your space.

This is a unique item personally selected by the owner at the workshop in Qom. You can see the actual luster and details of the Tree of Life in the video. Golestan Persian Rugs Specialist.

When laid at the entrance, a scene unfolds with a golden vase centrally placed on a deep navy ground, from which a tree of life ascends and descends, with pink roses and birds blooming across the entire surface. This special piece, woven with a wish for world peace, was also exhibited at the UN Office at Geneva.

UN Exhibition Piece from Mirmehdi Workshop (Vase + Tree of Life + Medallion)

This is a work from the Mirmehdi workshop, known for its delicate weaving among Qum silk products. It features a special design that combines three classical motifs into one piece: "Vase pattern (Goldani)," "Tree of Life (Drakhti)," and "Medallion (Tranj)," woven with a wish for world peace. A golden vase is placed in the center, with a tree of life spreading its branches upwards and downwards, an oval medallion, pink roses, and birds. The deep navy ground further enhances the pink roses and golden vase. This symbolic piece was also exhibited at the UN Office at Geneva.

Silk's Intricacy and Luster

Because of the fine 100% silk threads, you can discern the outline of the vase, the branches of the tree of life, the petals of the roses, and even the wings of the birds. Depending on the angle of the light, the deep navy sinks deeply, and the pink roses and golden vase emerge—a characteristic expression of silk. The more you look, the more birds you discover hidden in the branches.

How to Incorporate into Your Home

At 80 x 130 cm, this rug is perfectly sized for an entrance mat, wall hanging, study, or framed as a centerpiece in your living room or study. The combination of deep navy and diverse roses complements both white walls and wooden floors, adding elegance and a story to your space. As a symbolic piece embodying a wish for world peace, it also makes a cherished gift.

This is a unique item personally selected by the shop owner at a workshop in Qum. You can view the actual luster, intricate details, and hidden birds in the video. Golestan, a specialty store for Persian rugs.

Displayed in the entrance, a field of flowers blooming on a purple ground comes into view every time you open the door. The flowers gathered in the central medallion reveal their individual shapes as you approach.

Warsane Workshop Flower Field Medallion

This piece is from the Warsane Workshop, known for its delicate color palette even within Qom. A circular medallion is placed in the center, with a dense array of colorful flowers woven within it. In the four corners, "rachak" (corner emblems) are configured as if holding vases, and flowers spread across the entire field. It is a beautiful piece with a striking contrast of light and shadow, where the deep purple ground enhances the colors of the flowers.

Silk's Unique Detail and Luster

Because it is made from fine 100% silk threads, the intricate details of each flower's outline, leaf veins, and stamens are discernible. The subtle changes in the shades of purple depending on the angle of the light are also unique to silk.

For Entrance Mats or Wall Hangings

60x90cm is a standard size for entrance mats. Many people also choose to frame them as wall hangings. Because silk is tightly woven, it repels fine dust, is less prone to static electricity, and daily maintenance only requires vacuuming.

A one-of-a-kind item selected from Qom and brought to you. You can see the actual luster and intricate detail of the flower field in the video. Golestan Persian Carpet Specialty Store.

When unfurled across the entire living room, a large hexagonal medallion emerges from a deep mocha background, surrounded by countless small scattered flowers forming an intricate weave. A soft light green border frames it tightly, adding both dignity and warmth to the entire space.

Medallion x Small Floral Pattern (Golriz) from Mir Mehdi Workshop

This is a work from the Mir Mehdi workshop, known for its delicate weaving even among Qom silk carpets. "Golriz" is Persian for "scattering flowers," and this piece lives up to its name with small flowers scattered across the entire surface. A large hexagonal medallion is placed in the center, with small pendants above and below, and rachaks (corner details) in the four corners, filling the entire ground with fine arabesques. The field is deep mocha, and the border is a calming light green that tightens the overall look. This is a rare large piece woven over many months.

The Intricacy and Luster Unique to Silk

Precisely because it is woven with fine 100% silk threads into a dense weave, every detail is discernible, from the small flowers in the center of the medallion to each individual flower scattered on the ground and the continuous floral pattern on the border. The mocha deepens and the light green emerges depending on the angle of the light, a characteristic expression of silk. The impression changes depending on the direction it is laid, as the appearance differs with and against the pile.

How to Incorporate into Your Home

At 198 x 297 cm, this is a large size suitable as the centerpiece of an entire living room, in a reception room, or under a dining table. The combination of mocha and light green is easy to match with both white walls and wood-grain floors, adding both dignity and warmth to the space. It is a masterpiece worthy of being passed down through generations as a family heirloom.

This rare, large, one-of-a-kind piece was specially selected by the owner from a workshop in Qom. You can view the actual luster, intricate details, and small flowers scattered across the entire surface in the video. Golestan Persian Carpet Specialty Store.

When laid in your living room, a field of delicate floral arabesques unfolds across a soft cream ground, with a wine red oval medallion quietly floating in the center. Pink rose bouquets adorn the four corners, and a continuous floral pattern in gold traces the perimeter. A Persian weaver's signature is found at the edge of the fringe. It's a scene that is both tranquil and dignified.

Medallion (Tranj) by Nouri Workshop

This piece is from the Nouri workshop, known for its fine weaving among Qom silk carpets. It combines the classical "Lachak o Tranj" (corner + medallion) composition with a soft cream ground, a deep wine red medallion, and a gorgeous gold border. Delicate floral arabesques cover the entire field, and pink rose cartouches are placed in the four corners. It's a piece with a subdued color palette that reveals increasing intricacy the closer you look.

The Fineness and Luster Unique to Silk

Because it is woven with fine, tightly packed 100% silk threads, you can discern the slender stems of the floral arabesques in the ground, the small flowers in the center of the medallion, the roses in the four corners, and the continuous floral pattern of the border. The cream color gains luster with the angle of the light, and the gold border appears to float, creating an expression unique to silk. The impression changes depending on the direction it's laid, due to the difference in appearance between the nap and reverse nap.

How to Incorporate into Your Life

At 102 x 159 cm, it's the perfect size for an accent rug in the living room, a reception room, in front of a desk in a study, at the foot of a bed in a bedroom, or framed as a wall decoration. The combination of cream and gold is easy to match with both white walls and wood floors, adding warmth and dignity to the space.

This is a unique piece personally selected by the shop owner at the workshop in Qom. You can see the actual luster, intricate details, the rose cartouches in the four corners, and the weaver's signature at the bottom in the video. Golestan, a specialty store for Persian carpets.

When laid in the living room, a vibrant array of flowers is scattered across a turquoise field, with a gold and pink sun medallion emerging in the center. Pink rose cartouches adorn the top and bottom, and a navy border tightens the outer edge. The turquoise changes as if breathing with the luster of silk, creating a vibrant landscape.

Nouri Workshop Medallion (Rachak o Toranj)

This piece is from the Nouri workshop, known for the delicate use of color in their Qum silk carpets. It features the classic "Rachak o Toranj (corner + medallion)" composition, with a turquoise field and navy border, and gold, pink, turquoise, and red flowers scattered across the entire field. The central sun medallion has a multi-ring structure, with pink rose bouquets at the top and bottom, and rachak (corner motifs) at the four corners. The rhythm of the colors makes for a pleasant piece.

The Intricacy and Luster Unique to Silk

Because it is woven tightly with fine 100% silk threads, every single small flower scattered across the field, the sun medallion in the center, the petals of the rose bouquets, and even the intricate continuous floral pattern on the navy border can be discerned. The turquoise changes as if breathing with the angle of the light, and the navy border sinks deeply, creating an expression unique to silk.

How to Incorporate into Your Life

At 101x154cm, it is the perfect size for an accent rug in the living room, a reception room, in front of a desk in a study, at the foot of a bed in a bedroom, or framed as a wall decoration. The combination of turquoise and navy complements both white walls and wood floors, adding both vibrancy and tranquility to the space simultaneously.

This is a one-of-a-kind item selected by the shop owner at the workshop in Qum. You can see the actual luster, intricate details, the radiance of the sun medallion, and the rose cartouches in the video. Golestan Persian Carpet Specialty Store.

Spread on the floor, the navy blue field simultaneously unfurls the tale of multiple figures and horses. A single combat, a hero in despair, a woman with disheveled hair—a single carpet pictorially recounts the tragedy of the great ancient Persian epic, the "Shahnameh."

"The Tragedy of Rostam and Sohrab" Woven by the Mirmhidi Workshop

This is a masterpiece from the Mirmhidi Workshop, renowned for its narrative pictorial works among Qom silk carpets. It depicts the tragedy of Rostam, the greatest hero of the Persian national epic "Shahnameh," and his son Sohrab, woven using the "simultaneous narrative technique" (a method found in historical paintings of both the West and East) that portrays five scenes simultaneously on a single canvas. Employing several times more colors than a typical Qom silk carpet, the expressions of the figures, the patterns of their costumes, and even the saddles of the horses are meticulously recreated through hand-weaving.

Five Scenes of the Story Contained in One Piece

1. Omen: A scene where a young Rostam and Tahmineh (the beautiful princess who would become Sohrab's mother) witness a Lamassu (a winged bull spirit with a human head). This is depicted as a premonition of conceiving an extraordinarily brave warrior's child.

2. Sohrab's First Battle: The grown son Sohrab engages in single combat with the Persian female warrior Gordafarid. A dramatic moment when he realizes his opponent is a woman the instant her helmet is removed. The scene also weaves in a depiction of his parents watching from afar.

3. Fierce Battle Between Father and Son: In the center of the carpet. The three-day fierce battle between the hero Rostam and his son Sohrab. After fighting without knowing each other's identity, Rostam emerges victorious, only to experience a moment of despair when he realizes that the one he struck down was his own son. The stunned gaze of his mother Tahmineh is also woven into the scene.

4. Separation: The scene where Rostam and Tahmineh part ways after their son's death. This interpretation, not present in the original work, adds the separation of the couple.

5. Mother's Recollection: A scene where Tahmineh, with disheveled hair, recalls her child's life. The carpet concludes the story with the mother's sorrow.

The Detail and Luster Unique to Silk

Because of the fine 100% silk threads, one can discern the expressions of the figures, the embroidery on their costumes, the manes of the horses, and even the metal fittings of the tack. The navy deepens with the angle of light, and the vermillion, gold, and green of the costumes emerge—an expression unique to silk.

How to Integrate into Your Home

At 109 x 161 cm, this size is perfect as a living room center rug, next to a sofa, as the centerpiece of a study, or framed as a wall hanging. Its pictorial, narrative composition makes it enjoyable to place in a location where it can be viewed up close, allowing you to appreciate each of the five scenes.

This is a unique item specially selected by the owner directly from a workshop in Qom. A video allows you to confirm the actual luster and detailed narrative, as well as the distinct weaving of the five scenes. Golestan Persian Carpet Specialty Store.

Unfurled in a reception room, a large lozenge-shaped medallion emerges from a warm chestnut ground, with cream and pale green solar motifs softly glowing within. A border of the same chestnut hue frames the piece, bringing an air of calm and dignity to the space.

Sajjadi Workshop Medallion (Lachak-o-Toranj)

This piece is a creation of the Sajjadi Workshop, known for its exquisite weaving among Qum silk carpets. It combines the classical "Lachak-o-Toranj (corner + medallion)" composition with a warm, monochromatic chestnut color scheme. At its center is a multi-layered lozenge-shaped medallion, with cream and pale green solar motifs inside, and lachaks (corners) at the four corners. The entire ground is covered with intricate arabesques, and the border features a continuous pattern of the same flowers. The subdued color palette adds an extra touch of elegance to a tranquil reception room.

The Intricacy and Sheen Unique to Silk

Because it is woven with fine 100% silk threads in a dense pile, every detail is discernable, from the solar motifs in the center of the medallion and the slender stems of the arabesques on the ground to the lachaks in the four corners and the continuous flower pattern on the border. This is the unique character of silk: the chestnut deepens in certain angles of light, and the cream inside the medallion seems to float. The impression changes depending on the pile direction, so the rug's orientation also alters its look.

Placement in Your Home

Measuring 135 x 206 cm, this rug is the perfect size as a center rug in front of a 2-3 seater sofa, a focal point in a reception room, or under a dining table. The monochromatic chestnut color scheme harmonizes beautifully with white walls and wooden floors, simultaneously adding serene dignity and warmth to the space.

This unique piece was hand-selected by the owner at the workshop in Qum. You can view the actual sheen and intricate details in the video. Golestan Persian Carpet Specialty Store.

Placed at the entrance, a golden vase sits in the center of a deep navy field, with a bouquet of red roses blooming in an oval above it. Small red roses and yellow-green flowers line the border, and at the top edge is a weaver's signature in Persian. Simple yet eye-catching, this is a classic design for rose lovers.

Hayatbakhsh Workshop's Rose Vase Pattern (Vase Motif)

This is a work from the Hayatbakhsh Workshop, known for its delicate weaving among Qom silk products. It is a piece that expresses the classical vase motif (goldani) in the simplest and most impressive way, featuring a golden vase (goldan) on a deep navy field, topped with an oval bouquet overflowing with red roses. The border features a continuous pattern of small red roses and yellow-green flowers on the same navy background, with a thin yellow-green border around the perimeter. By limiting the number of colors, the contrast between the red roses and navy stands out in this piece.

The Intricacy and Luster Unique to Silk

Because it is made of 100% fine silk threads, you can discern the gradations of each rose petal, the leaf veins, the detailed work of the vase, and the intricate continuous flower pattern on the border. Depending on the angle of the light, the deep navy sinks profoundly, and the red roses emerge, a characteristic expression of silk.

How to Incorporate it into Your Home

At 62x99cm, it is the perfect size for an entrance mat, a wall decoration, or framed as the centerpiece of a living room or study. The combination of deep navy and red roses complements both white walls and wooden floors, adding both elegance and vibrancy to the space. It is also a popular choice as a gift for those who love roses.

This is a one-of-a-kind item personally selected by the shop owner at the workshop in Qom. You can see the actual luster and intricate details of the roses, as well as the weaver's signature at the top edge, in the video. Golestan, a specialty store for Persian carpets.

When laid in the living room, a multi-colored sun medallion floats on a deep purple background, and upon closer inspection of the border, you can see miniatures of the ancient Persepolis palace, chariots, and figures. It is a piece that embeds a story from Persian history within a classical medallion composition.

Persepolis Story Medallion from the Mohammadi Workshop

This is a work from the Mohammadi workshop, known for its unique designs incorporating historical motifs, even among Qom silk products. A multi-colored sun (Shamse) medallion is placed in the center, and the outer perimeter features a black border with a series of small figures depicting the ancient Persepolis palace, chariots, and people. This piece incorporates scenes from Persepolis, one of the greatest historical sites in Persia, as a story within the classical Lachak-o-Toranj (corner & medallion) composition.

The Intricacy and Luster Unique to Silk

Because it is made of fine 100% silk threads, you can discern even the sun medallion in the center, the small flowers scattered across the ground, the palace columns on the border, the chariot wheels, and the outlines of the figures. Depending on the angle of the light, the deep purple deepens, and the multi-colored border shimmers like jewels, a characteristic expression of silk. It is a type of piece that reveals new scenes the more closely you look, inviting you to decipher its details.

How to Incorporate into Your Home

At 102 x 156 cm, it is the perfect size for an accent rug in the living room, a reception room, a study, or framed as a focal point in a living room or study. The combination of deep purple and multiple colors complements both white walls and wood-grain floors, adding sophistication and a story to the space.

This is a unique item personally selected by the owner at the workshop in Qom. You can see the actual luster, intricate details, and the Persepolis scenes along the border in the video. Golestan Persian Carpet Specialty Store.