Bijar Persian Rug 146 × 107 cm, Wool, hand-knotted

Overview

Hand-knotted in Iran: a Bijar of 146 × 107 cm. The covered area is about 1.56 m² (4.8' × 3.5').

Construction

Stated material: cotton warp, new wool. The rug was hand-knotted throughout. Pile height is given as approx. 10 mm. Weight is given as ap. 6 kg.

Size and placement

The rug is rectangular. This size typically covers the floor in front of a seating group.

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

Period

Stated age: contemporary, 0–20 years old. Being recent, the pile shows little wear and holds its full height.