Designs.—There is always a medallion. Flowers freely introduced. Often queer-shaped floral figures.
Sizes.—Three to five by five to twenty feet. Usually oblong.
Prices.—$2.50 to $6.00 per square foot.
Remarks.—Sometimes called the "Modern Ispahan."
THE EXAMPLES ILLUSTRATED
Two plates in color of Saruks are given—at pages [40] and [166], with description accompanying each.
SULTANABAD
Synonyms.—Classed as Muskabad, Mahal and Savalan, according to grade.
Why So Named.—Muskabad is named after the village by that name and Savalan after a range of mountains in the northern part of the Sultanabad district, while Mahal is but a trade name.
Where Made.—In the Sultanabad district, which is the centre of rug weaving under European control.