Kashan Persian Rug — hand-knotted, 246 × 363 cm, Wool

At a glance

Origin Iran, format 246 × 363 cm — a Kashan made entirely by hand. The covered area is about 8.93 m² (8.1' × 11.9').

Construction

Stated material: cotton warp, new wool. It is entirely hand-knotted. Pile height is given as 7-10mm.

Format and use

A large format for open-plan rooms or formal reception spaces.

Fineness of the knotting

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.

Colour and appearance

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