The Seirafian Workshop was established in 1939 in Isfahan, Iran. The founder, Haji Agha Reza Seirafian, was a former banker who, driven by a deep affection for beautiful Persian rugs, set up the workshop with the aim of producing the highest quality rugs.
Haji Agha Reza Seirafian had seven sons, all of whom participated in the family business and contributed to the development of the Seirafian Workshop.
Founder
- Haji Agha Reza Seirafian
Children
- Mohammad Ali Seirafian
- Mohammad Seirafian
- Mohammad Sadegh Seirafian
- Kareem Seirafian (Sadegh's son, current master)
- Ahmad Seirafian
- Ali Seirafian
- Hosein Seirafian
- Mohammad Hasan Seirafian
Designers
- Ahmad Archang (designer involved from the early days)
- Haji Mosavar (known for the Gol-o-Bolbol [Flower and Bird] design)
Classic Seirafian Rugs
Old Seirafian rugs are traded at high prices in auctions and luxury antique markets. In particular, rugs produced by founder Haji Agha Reza Seirafian and Mohammad Sadegh Seirafian are highly valued for their historical significance and artistic excellence.
Value of Specific Designs
Designs by Ahmad Archang and Haji Mosavar are particularly esteemed, and rugs based on these designs often fetch the highest prices. For example, rugs depicting the celebrations of the Safavid court or featuring the Gol-o-Bolbol design are known to be extremely valuable.
The Seirafian family continues to have a significant impact on the Persian rug industry across generations.