Antique Kilim Persian Rug, 180 × 112 cm, Wool

About this rug

Origin Iran, format 180 × 112 cm — a Kilim made entirely by hand. The covered area is about 2.02 m² (5.9' × 3.7').

Materials and construction

Stated material: cotton warp, new wool. The rug was hand-woven throughout. Pile height is given as approx. 4 mm. Weight is given as ap. 4 kg.

Where it fits

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

Flatweave

Because it is woven rather than knotted, the structure is flat and usable on both sides.

Colour and appearance

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

Age and condition

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