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Shahsavan rugs, Shahsavan carpets
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Shahsavan Rugs, Shahsavan Carpets

The name Shahsavan means "protectors of the king" and refers to the fact that this nomadic tribe guards one of Iran’s most remote and vulnerable frontiers, at Azerbaijan where Iran meets Russia and Turkey. The tribe weaves pile carpets and is also famous for its Kilims which are made in a special technique called ‘Soumakh’ or weft wrapping. The effect is similar to embroidery with stitches in various colours going in a diagonal direction. The reverse of the piece is always shaggy.

Women of the Shahsavan tribe on migration by camel to the richer summer pastures. Note the use of kilim bags for transport and storage of their tents and belongings.