Miles (4x17) NW Persian Village Rug and smaller-scale all-over fields with

and smaller-scale all-over fields with boteh (droplet) or herati (water garden) designs

and often signified the particular tribal origins of its weaver

and all-over mille fleur designs

selling only surplus in local markets

Miles (4x17) NW Persian Village Rug and smaller-scale all-over fields withDescription Malayer rugs were woven in and around the small town of Malayer, located in between larger northwestern Iranian (Persian) cities of Hamadan and Arak. While they feature characteristics consistent with other Hamadan province styles single wefted construction, wool and cotton construction Malayer carpets reflect the mixing pot of their influences from nearby rug making cities. Varied designs can include striking anchored medallion motifs, or