Mamluk Pakistani Rug — hand-knotted, 81 × 123 cm, Wool

About this rug

This Mamluk comes from Pakistan and measures 81 × 123 cm. The covered area is about 1 m² (2.7' × 4').

Materials and construction

Stated material: cotton warp, new wool. The rug was hand-knotted throughout. Pile height is given as 5-7mm.

Where it fits

At this size it works as an entryway mat or a bedside rug.

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 Weiß / beige. With traditionally dyed wool, small variations of tone within one field are normal.