Mashhad handmade Iranian carpets, one of the most majestic and traditionally regal styles in Persian rug-making. These carpets are known for their grandeur, craftsmanship, and deep color palettes, and are often chosen for larger, formal spaces due to their size and visual richness.

Mashhad is a major city in northeastern Iran, and a spiritual center due to the Imam Reza shrine, which draws millions of pilgrims annually. This rich cultural and religious heritage heavily influences the elegance and formality of its carpets.

Key Features of Mashhad Handmade Carpets

1. Materials

• Kork wool (a very fine and soft wool, often from lamb’s neck area) is commonly used for the pile.
• Cotton foundation (warp and weft) is typical.
• In some luxury pieces, you’ll see silk highlights especially in medallions or borders to give it a shimmering detail.

2. Knot Type & Density

• Asymmetrical (Persian) knot, also called the Senneh knot.
• Knot density is usually medium to high:
  • Often around 200,000 to 400,000 knots per square meter.
  • Master workshop pieces may exceed that.

3. Designs & Patterns

• Mashhad carpets follow classical Persian styles but with their own local flair:

1. 1. Large central medallion with a symmetrical layout.
   2. Intricate floral patterns (called “Islimi” or arabesques) fill the background.
   3. Shah Abbasi flowers, palmettes, and curling vines often featured.
   4. Borders are elaborately detailed with multiple guard bands.

4. Color Palette

• The most recognizable feature is the deep, rich red or burgundy background.
• Often paired with: Navy blue, ivory, sky blue, light pink, gray, and olive green.
• Traditional natural dyes give these rugs a luxurious, warm depth.

Historical & Cultural Notes

• The carpet-making tradition in Mashhad goes back centuries but truly flourished in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
• Some famous workshops include:
  • Amoghli (Amu-Oghli) one of the most prestigious names in Mashhad weaving. Their signed rugs are considered museum-quality.
• Mashhad carpets were often commissioned for palaces, mosques, and wealthy homes, especially for large spaces.

Bonus Tips

• Antique Mashhad rugs (over 70–100 years old) often have a muted elegance due to natural dye aging very desirable.
• Signed rugs (look for calligraphy in the corner) from master weavers like Amoghli can be very valuable and collectible.

All Mashhad carpets are available in every size

• Length: approximately 150 cm, Width: approximately 100 cm
• Length: approximately 200 cm, Width: approximately 150 cm
• Length: 300 cm, Width: 200 cm
• Length: approximately 400 cm, Width: approximately 300 cm