Kerman Kilim Persian Rug — hand-woven, 327 × 148 cm, Wool

Overview

Origin Iran, format 327 × 148 cm — a Kerman Kilim made entirely by hand. It covers approximately 4.84 m², or 10.7' × 4.9'.

What it is made of

Stated material: cotton warp, new wool. Construction method: hand-woven. Pile height is given as approx. 6 mm. Weight is given as ap. 9 kg.

Size and placement

The rug is rectangular. A size where sofa and armchairs can rest their front legs on the rug.

Flatweave

As a flatweave this piece has no pile: front and back carry the same pattern, and it lies very flat.

How it reads

It is catalogued under black and grey. 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.