Kilim Persian Rug — hand-woven, 223 × 327 cm, Wool

Overview

Hand-woven in Iran: a Kilim of 223 × 327 cm. It covers approximately 7.29 m², or 7.3' × 10.7'.

What it is made of

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

Where it fits

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

How it is made

Woven pieces of this kind are thin, reversible, and much lighter than knotted rugs.

Colour and appearance

Colour is recorded as blue / Türkis. With traditionally dyed wool, small variations of tone within one field are normal.