Antique Kilim Persian Rug — 316 × 118 cm, Wool

The piece in short

This Kilim comes from Iran and measures 316 × 118 cm. It covers approximately 3.73 m², or 10.4' × 3.9'.

Construction

Stated material: cotton warp, new wool. It is entirely hand-woven. Pile height is given as approx. 6 mm. Weight is given as approx. 9 kg.

Format and use

At this size it anchors a living room as the central surface.

Weave

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

On the colourway

Colour is recorded as red and orange. 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.