Antique Kashan Persian Rug — 343 × 230 cm, Wool

Overview

This Kashan comes from Iran and measures 343 × 230 cm. That is roughly 7.89 m² of floor, about 11.3' × 7.5'.

Construction

Stated material: cotton warp, new wool. Construction method: hand-knotted. Pile height is given as approx. 8 mm. Weight is given as ap. 22 kg.

Where it fits

The rug is rectangular. A format for large rooms, with space for an entire seating arrangement.

Knot density and quality

The stated knot density is 300,000–399,999 knots/m². Knotting at this density allows detailed drawing and soft transitions between colours.

Colour and appearance

It is catalogued under Weiß / beige. Handmade rugs always show slight colour shifts from knot to knot — that is a mark of hand work, not a defect.

Age

Stated age: antique. As an antique piece, condition should be judged against its age.