Hand-Knotted Wool Moud Persian Rug, 65 × 94 cm

Overview

Origin Iran, format 65 × 94 cm — a Moud made entirely by hand. The covered area is about 0.61 m² (2.1' × 3.1'). Moud rugs are known for their fine Herati pattern.

Construction

Stated material: cotton warp, new wool. The rug was hand-knotted throughout. Pile height is given as 10-12mm.

Where it fits

At this size it works as an entryway mat or a bedside rug.

On the knot count

The stated knot density is 200,000–299,999 knots/m². This knot density balances pattern definition against hard-wearing construction.

On the colourway

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