Heriz Persian Rug — hand-knotted, 279 × 213 cm, Wool

At a glance

Origin Iran, format 279 × 213 cm — a Heriz made entirely by hand. That is roughly 5.94 m² of floor, about 9.2' × 7'. Heriz rugs usually carry a bold, angular central medallion.

Materials and 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. 20 kg.

Where it fits

The rug is rectangular. Large enough to hold a full seating group.

How it reads

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

Age

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