Moud Persian Rug — hand-knotted, 247 × 353 cm, Wool

At a glance

Hand-knotted in Iran: a Moud of 247 × 353 cm. It covers approximately 8.72 m², or 8.1' × 11.6'. Moud rugs are known for their fine Herati pattern.

What it is made of

Stated material: cotton warp, new wool. The rug was hand-knotted throughout. Pile height is given as 10-12mm.

Format and use

The rug is rectangular. A format for large rooms, with space for an entire seating arrangement.

Fineness of the knotting

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

The stated colourway is red and orange. With traditionally dyed wool, small variations of tone within one field are normal.