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Rugs from Kashmar - especially older and antique Kashmars - are rare, some people say that the history of carpet weaving in this small Persian city goes back only about 150 years. Other sources report about Kashmar city style rugs from the 16th century. Kashmar is also a market center for Baluch tribal rugs that are produced in the surrounding area. Kashmar (or Keshmar, old name: "Torshiz") itself is a very old town located in the province of Khorasan, in north-eastern Iran. Kashmars are usually of large size and have unique design patterns (mostly curvilinear) that resemble designs from other regions. Very popular with the weavers are pictorials that tell the story of an historic event or portray ancient sculptures and persons like the Persian king Darius. Other Kashmar rugs have a central medallion and spandrels, the Kase Boshghab (Bowl & Plate), or the Case Kozeh (Bowl & Flowerpot) design. Keshmar carpets use the Persian knot and wool of high quality. Colors are frequently on the lighter side, blue, cream, ivory, soft greens, reds and brown are popular choices in Kashmar rugs. |
