Antique Qom Persian Rug, 178 × 123 cm, Silk

Overview

A Qom from Iran, measuring 178 × 123 cm. The covered area is about 2.19 m² (5.8' × 4'). Qom is known for very finely knotted rugs, often in silk.

Construction

Stated material: cotton warp, silk. The rug was hand-knotted throughout. Pile height is given as approx. 8 mm. Weight is given as ap. 6 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.

Knot density and quality

The stated knot density is 400,000–499,999 knots/m². Knotting at this density allows detailed drawing and soft transitions between colours.

Colour and appearance

Colour is recorded as multicolour. Depending on the light and the direction you look from, the surface reads lighter or darker — a property of every handmade rug.

Age

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