Antique Persian Rug, 286 × 105 cm, Wool

Overview

This Oriental rug comes from Iran and measures 286 × 105 cm. That is roughly 3 m² of floor, about 9.4' × 3.4'.

What it is made of

Stated material: cotton warp, new wool. Construction method: hand-knotted. Pile height is given as approx. 8 mm. Weight is given as ap. 9 kg.

Size and placement

Large enough to hold a full seating group.

Knot density and quality

The stated knot density is 200,000–299,999 knots/m². In the mid range the pattern stays clearly legible without making the rug delicate.

Colour and appearance

The stated colourway is blue / Türkis. 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.