Antique Wool Heriz Persian Rug, 200 × 145 cm

Overview

A Heriz from Iran, measuring 200 × 145 cm. It covers approximately 2.9 m², or 6.6' × 4.8'. Heriz rugs usually carry a bold, angular central medallion.

What it is made of

Stated material: cotton warp, new wool. Construction method: hand-knotted. Pile height is given as approx. 10 mm. Weight is given as approx. 10 kg.

Format and use

The rug is rectangular. A format for a smaller room, or the area directly in front of a sofa.

On the knot count

The stated knot density is under 200,000 knots/m². This knot density balances pattern definition against hard-wearing construction.

Colour and appearance

Colour is recorded as 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.