Kashan occupies a singular position in the history of Persian rug weaving. The city in central Iran has been producing hand-knotted carpets of exceptional quality for over five centuries, and the name Kashan has become synonymous worldwide with the finest formal Persian rug tradition. When collectors and interior designers specify a Persian rug that combines classical design sophistication with the highest construction standards, Kashan is almost always the first name they reach for.
The classic Kashan format is immediately recognizable - a central medallion composition with an elaborately detailed field of arabesque vines, palmettes, and flowering plants, contained within a formal border system of multiple guard borders and a wide main border. The designs are drawn with extraordinary precision and executed in wool or silk pile at knot densities that allow the curvilinear detail of the best Persian design tradition to be realized without compromise. The color palette in traditional Kashan rugs runs to rich madder reds, deep indigo blues, and ivory, applied with a formality and balance that distinguishes Kashan from the more relaxed village and tribal traditions.
Every Kashan rug in our collection is hand-knotted using quality wool or silk pile on cotton foundations, following the construction standards established by the great Kashan workshops. Each piece is sourced directly with free worldwide shipping on every order.
For the full history and buying guide see our post on Kashan rugs. For related Persian styles explore our Persian rugs and Oriental rugs collections. Shop by size in our 5x8, 8x10, and 9x12 collections. For a Kashan rug in a specific size our custom rug service can produce any design to your exact specifications. Shop by size in our 5x8, 8x10, and 9x12 collections. Free worldwide shipping on every order.
