Mehraban Rug History 

The city of Mehraban is located in East Azerbaijan Province, about 14 kilometers south of Heriz. Until the mid-1970s, it was a part of Heriz County, but now, after separating from Heriz, it is a part of Sarab City. According to the latest census, this city has a population of about 8,300 people, most of whom are engaged in rug weaving. The best types of woolen rugs are woven in Mehraban and nearby areas. Most of the carpet weavers in Mehraban are women, and men are mostly engaged in supplying rugs.
When you see Mehraban rugs, you will most likely remember Heriz rugs. These rugs are very similar to carpets from areas such as Heriz and Bakshaish. However, in terms of quality, they are ranked after Heriz and Bakshaish rugs. This Persian handmade rug is known as Mehravan rug abroad. If you are interested in buying Mehraban rugs, it is better to get acquainted with the features of this durable carpet.

Mehraban rug

What are the characteristics of a Mehraban rug?

• These rugs are mostly coarsely woven and have a density of between 15 and 30 knots per 7 cm.
• Turkish knots are used in the weaving of Azerbaijani Mehraban rugs.
• Sheep wool is used to weave Mehraban area rugs and its warp and weft are cotton.
• These rugs are dyed chemically.
• Medallion and Afshan designs are most commonly used.
• The main colors of Mehraban Persian rugs include red, white, black and crimson.
• They have relatively long piles.
• The sizes of Mehraban hand-woven carpets are usually 6 and 9 meters.

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Gorevan rug

Gorevan is a coarsely woven rug with a rustic style. Rugs similar to Mehraban rugs are woven in the village of Gorevan. This village is located north of Heriz. Gorevan rugs are woven with symmetrical knots and cotton warp and weft and wool pile. It is difficult to distinguish these carpets even for carpet experts. Weavers in the Gorevan region also take their designs from Heriz rugs. But Gorevan rugs, like Mehraban rugs, are in the third category.

                                      Gorevan rug

Mehraban rugs for sale

Handmade Mehraban and Gorevan rugs usually have a long pile. For this reason, these rugs are usually suitable for living rooms and bedrooms. These carpets are usually durable and long-lasting and can be used for years if they are well maintained. Also, the design of these rugs is decorative due to its geometric shape and is suitable for any type of decoration. The price of Mehraban rugs depends on the size and quality of its materials, and they are among the most affordable rugs. If you love buying Mehraban carpets, the Vernacarpets online collection offers you a wide variety of high-quality Mehraban rugs.

Gorevan rug