Hand-Woven Wool Kilim Persian Rug, 246 × 341 cm

Overview

Origin Iran, format 246 × 341 cm — a Kilim made entirely by hand. The covered area is about 8.39 m² (8.1' × 11.2').

Materials and construction

Stated material: cotton warp, new wool. The rug was hand-woven throughout. Pile height is given as 7-10mm.

Size and placement

The rug is rectangular. At this size the rug defines the room rather than accenting it.

Flatweave

Because it is woven rather than knotted, the structure is flat and usable on both sides.

Colour and appearance

It is catalogued under multicolour. Handmade rugs always show slight colour shifts from knot to knot — that is a mark of hand work, not a defect.