Antique Kilim Persian Rug, 188 × 121 cm, Wool

The piece in short

Hand-woven in Iran: a Kilim of 188 × 121 cm. It covers approximately 2.27 m², or 6.2' × 4'.

Materials and construction

Stated material: cotton warp, new wool. It is entirely hand-woven. Pile height is given as approx. 3 mm. Weight is given as ap. 5 kg.

Where it fits

The rug is rectangular. The format suits the space in front of a sofa, a small dining table, or a study.

Flatweave

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

On the colourway

The stated colourway is Braun / Gelb. With traditionally dyed wool, small variations of tone within one field are normal.

Period

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