Kashan Persian Rug 290 × 405 cm, Wool, hand-knotted

The piece in short

Origin Iran, format 290 × 405 cm — a Kashan made entirely by hand. The covered area is about 11.75 m² (9.5' × 13.3').

Construction

Stated material: cotton warp, new wool. The rug was hand-knotted throughout. Pile height is given as 5-7mm.

Format and use

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

On the knot count

The stated knot density is 200,000–299,999 knots/m². In the mid range the pattern stays clearly legible without making the rug delicate.