Oriental Rugs Dictionary
Luri, Lori
Lori rugs are woven by the Luri tribes of southwestern Iran, particularly in the Zagros mountain region.
These carpets typically display simple geometric patterns, bold colors, and strong tribal motifs, reflecting the nomadic lifestyle of the weavers.
Lori rugs are valued for their authenticity and rustic character.
An ancient people speaking an Iranian language, in Zagros mountains od southwestern Persia. They are tribally organized and still to great extent pastoral nomads. One of well known sub tribes are the Baktiari.
The Luris weave a variety of functional tribal pieces such as saddle bags, salt bags,Torbas, animal trappings and rugs, using different pile and flatweave structures. Some Luri rugs are often mistaken as Qashqai weaving.
