Ends.—Web of medium width at each end which is often dyed red, white, and blue, or a plain red selvage with rows of colored yarns running through it.
Border.—From two to seven border stripes, some of which frequently carry a vine to which are attached oval-shaped flowers in alternate red and blue. The barber-pole stripe is frequently employed.
Prevailing Colors.—Rich colors like wine, autumn foliage, the plumage of birds, deep rich blues, reds, yellows, greens; usually dark blue field.
Dyes.—Good.
Designs.—Pole medallions almost universal. Has as a rule more figures of birds and animals than any other class of rugs. Pear pattern very common. The centre field is frequently filled with diagonal stripes. Flowers scattered throughout the field.
Sizes.—Usually medium, four to five by six to eight. Also carpet sizes. Saddle bags are very common.
Prices.—$1.25 to $3.00 per square foot.
Remarks.—They seldom lie well. They are often crooked and puffed up. The Bergama is the only other rug made with tassels along the sides.