Antique Kilim Persian Rug — 286 × 128 cm, Wool

The piece in short

A Kilim from Iran, measuring 286 × 128 cm. The covered area is about 3.66 m² (9.4' × 4.2').

Construction

Stated material: cotton warp, new wool. Construction method: hand-woven. Pile height is given as approx. 6 mm. Weight is given as approx. 8 kg.

Format and use

The rug is rectangular. Large enough to hold a full seating group.

Flatweave

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

How it reads

It is catalogued under red and orange. With traditionally dyed wool, small variations of tone within one field are normal.

Age

Stated age: antique. In a rug of this age, patina and some pile loss belong to the picture.