Oriental Rugs Dictionary
Bidjar (Bijar)
Bidjar is the name of a village in the Persian Kurdistan, which is to the west of the country. Bidjar is another of the most celebrated names in the world of oriental carpets. Weaving by the Kurds in the town and surrounding villages during the 19th and early 20th Centuries was of the highest quality, and the techniques of hammering down the wefts of the carpets resulted in production of the most durable Persian rugs and carpets. The older carpets were made on a woolen foundation, and Turkish knots were used with very high quality wool. The knot count was not of the highest, and the pile was relatively long, making Bidjar carpets to be heavier than average Persian carpets. Bidjar rugs are woven in the town of Bidjar in northwestern Iran, located in the Kurdish region of Persia. These carpets are famous for their extremely dense and durable construction, which has earned them the nickname “The Iron Rugs of Persia.” Bidjar carpets often feature Herati patterns, medallion designs, and rich color palettes, typically dominated by deep reds and blues. Because of their heavy structure and durability, Bidjar rugs are among the most long-lasting of all Persian carpets.
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