Mamluk Pakistani Rug — hand-knotted, 157 × 190 cm, Wool

At a glance

This Mamluk comes from Pakistan and measures 157 × 190 cm. That is roughly 2.98 m² of floor, about 5.2' × 6.2'.

What it is made of

Stated material: cotton warp, new wool. It is entirely hand-knotted. Pile height is given as 5-7mm.

Size and placement

The format suits the space in front of a sofa, a small dining table, or a study.

Knot density and quality

The stated knot density is 300,000–399,999 knots/m². Knotting at this density allows detailed drawing and soft transitions between colours.

Colour and appearance

It is catalogued under multicolour. Handmade rugs always show slight colour shifts from knot to knot — that is a mark of hand work, not a defect.