MINA KHANI DESIGN

A Persian design used in the manufacture of Persian rugs and carpets. It is seen only in all-over styles and is a favourite of the Kurdish tribes (see Rug designs)

The motifs used by the hand-loom weavers in Persia and other Eastern countries are known under the following terms: - The Herati, Mina Khani, Pear or cone, Rosettet Eight-pointed star. Cloud band, Tri, Clef, leaf, Latchhook, Comb, Octagon, Elephant-foot, Swastika, Henna flower, and Palmette (see Rugs)

Persian hand-made all wool rugs of fine structure. The pattern "Mina Khani " is the favourite design, but the "Herati" is often used. The borders are three simple stripes. The warp is wool and the weft of coarse wool crosses twice between each row of tufts which are tied in Ghiordes knot. The fringe at each end is braided and coloured; colours are mainly brown with blue.