{"product_id":"kashan-style","title":"Kashan Style","description":"\u003cp\u003eKashan Persian carpets are renowned, high-quality hand-knotted rugs originating from Kashan, Iran, characterized by dense, fine wool piles (sometimes with silk), a cotton foundation, and intricate curvilinear floral designs. Typically featuring a central medallion and ornate corner patterns, these durable carpets often use a, rich, traditional palette of red, navy blue, and ivory, embodying classic Persian elegance and precision. \u003cbr\u003eDesign and Patterns: The classic Kashan design often features a central, detailed medallion surrounded by a field of intricate floral motifs, arabesques, and vines, often referred to as a \"Shah Abbas\" design. The pattern is highly symmetrical and balanced.\u003cbr\u003eMaterials and Quality: Traditionally, these rugs are made with high-quality, lustrous kork wool (soft wool from the sheep's neck) and sometimes silk. The warp and weft are almost always cotton, ensuring structural stability.\u003cbr\u003eWeaving Technique: Kashan rugs are hand-knotted using the asymmetric (Persian\/Senneh) knot. They are known for their high knot density, ranging from 100 to over 800 knots per square inch (kpsi), resulting in a dense, heavy, and durable carpet.\u003cbr\u003eColor Palette: The traditional colors are rich, combining deep reds, royal blues, and cream\/ivory, sometimes incorporating green or yellow accents.\u003cbr\u003eDistinctive Features: The pile is often sheared relatively short to ensure the intricate, detailed patterns are crisp and clearly visible.\u003cbr\u003eHistory: Produced in the historic city of Kashan, a weaving center with a legacy dating back to the 17th century, these carpets have maintained a reputation for excellence. \u003cbr\u003eKashan rugs are considered among the finest Persian rugs, often seen as a staple of traditional Persian interior design.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Persian Gallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42134245015627,"sku":null,"price":13500.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/9693\/2683\/files\/generate-a-1170px-x-780px-image-of-a-kashan-persian-carpet-in-a-modern-highrise-apartment-over-looking-gordons-bay-in-cape-town.png?v=1770727007","url":"https:\/\/decordeluxe.co.za\/products\/kashan-style","provider":"Decor Deluxe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}