Loribaft Indian Rug — hand-knotted, 235 × 166 cm, Wool

Overview

Hand-knotted in India: a Loribaft of 235 × 166 cm. It covers approximately 3.9 m², or 7.7' × 5.4'.

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. 12 kg.

Format and use

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

On the knot count

The stated knot density is 200,000–299,999 knots/m². This knot density balances pattern definition against hard-wearing construction.

On the colourway

It is catalogued under Braun / Gelb. With traditionally dyed wool, small variations of tone within one field are normal.

Age

Stated age: contemporary, 0–20 years old. As a contemporary piece the pile is still even and largely unwalked.