Djavan

The contemporary Tabriz school

The Djavan workshop ranks among today's active Tabriz master weavers. While Haji Jalili shaped the 19th-century Tabriz tradition, Djavan stands for the continuation and modernisation of that tradition in the 21st century — drawing on classical motifs while tuned to the colour preferences of contemporary European and American buyers.

Stylistic features

Djavan rugs follow the Tabriz RajRajMaßeinheit für die Knotenfeinheit bei Täbriz-Teppichen. Gibt die Anzahl der Knoten auf 7 cm Breite an. 50 Raj gilt als fein, 70+ Raj als sehr fein.Read in glossary → classification: the finer qualities reach 60 Raj and above (around 500,000 knots per square metre), with top pieces approaching 70 RajRajMaßeinheit für die Knotenfeinheit bei Täbriz-Teppichen. Gibt die Anzahl der Knoten auf 7 cm Breite an. 50 Raj gilt als fein, 70+ Raj als sehr fein.Read in glossary → and a high silk content. Patterns include the classical mahi (fish) design, floral medallions, and figural depictions after Persian miniatures.

Djavan's palette is markedly lighter than that of antique Tabriz rugs: cream, beige, and rosé tones dominate, complemented by muted indigoIndigoPflanzlicher Farbstoff aus der Indigopflanze, der tiefe Blautöne erzeugt. Einer der wichtigsten Naturfarbstoffe orientalischer Teppiche.Read in glossary → and copper red. This palette suits modern interiors that call for a lighter, less dark colour mood.

Material

The workshop uses cork wool on a cotton or silk warp, with rich silk accents in the pile. Knotting follows the traditional Tabriz technique with the asymmetrical Senneh knot.

Signature

Djavan rugs typically carry a knotted-in signature. They are present in the upper-tier European trade and, in the finest quality grades, regularly trade in the five-figure range.