Antique Kilim Persian Rug — 171 × 125 cm, Wool

At a glance

This Kilim comes from Iran and measures 171 × 125 cm. That is roughly 2.14 m² of floor, about 5.6' × 4.1'.

Materials and construction

Stated material: cotton warp, new wool. The rug was hand-woven throughout. Pile height is given as approx. 6 mm. Weight is given as approx. 6 kg.

Size and placement

The rug is rectangular. This size typically covers the floor in front of a seating group.

How it is made

As a flatweave this piece has no pile: front and back carry the same pattern, and it lies very flat.

Colour and appearance

Colour is recorded as Weiß / beige. With traditionally dyed wool, small variations of tone within one field are normal.

Age and condition

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