Persian Rug 220 x 148 cm Wool Hand-knotted

Persian Rug

Material and Craftsmanship

This Persian rug is hand-knotted with a pile made of 100% virgin wool. Wool is a natural fibre traditionally used in rug making, valued for its tactile character and practical suitability for a textile surface. Here, it forms the visible pile of the rug. The material gives the surface a natural feel and supports the warm, comfortable impression associated with a wool rug.

Hand-knotting means that individual knots are tied into the prepared foundation one row at a time. The pile is built gradually as the work progresses, and the finished surface is then evened out. This process differs from machine production because the rug is assembled through a sequence of manual working steps. As a result, a hand-knotted rug is an individual piece with its own appearance.

The knot density is 300,000 knots per square metre. A dense structure allows floral lines and smaller design elements to be rendered with greater definition. The rug has a thickness of approximately 12 mm, giving it a clearly tactile pile underfoot. Its principal characteristics come from the combination of virgin wool, hand-knotting and a closely worked construction.

The rug is new and is described as being in perfect condition. It is intended for practical use in the home as well as for its decorative role. It is suitable for underfloor heating. The heating temperature should not be set too high, so that the fibres are not exposed to unnecessary stress. Regular vacuuming and prompt treatment of spills help maintain the pile.

Origin and Tradition

The Persian rug belongs to the tradition of Iranian rug making. Persia, or present-day Iran, is one of the historic centres of knotted rug production. The craft has been passed down through generations and includes many different regional methods, drawing systems and colour traditions. The term Persian rug therefore refers to a broad cultural and technical tradition rather than to one single pattern.

Many places in Iran have developed their own approaches to rug production. Kerman, Isfahan, Tabriz and Qom are among the regions and cities often associated with distinctive designs and weaving practices. Other Iranian centres contribute further variations in pile, knotting, borders and colour arrangements. This regional diversity is one reason Persian rugs can look very different while sharing a common origin in Iranian craftsmanship.

A knotted rug is made through the interaction of warp, weft, knots and pile. The warp provides the foundation. Weft threads help secure the rows, while the visible pile creates both the pattern and the surface that is touched and walked on. In hand-knotting, the design is developed over many individual working steps. The maker must keep each row aligned with the structure already established, making the technique a precise form of textile craftsmanship.

Iranian rug designs may include plants, scrolling vines, medallions, geometric forms or narrative imagery. Motifs can be preserved and adapted within regions and workshops over long periods. Some symbols may carry cultural, religious or decorative associations, while others are primarily visual elements. A modern Persian rug can draw on this vocabulary without reproducing one fixed historical composition.

The tradition also continues through rugs made for contemporary interiors. A hand-knotted Persian rug may be used in a living room, hallway or home office rather than only in a formal setting. In this way, the piece connects an established Iranian craft with current domestic use. Its classification is Persian and its origin is Persia; no particular Iranian province is specified for this rug.

Design and Pattern

The design is described as modern with a floral pattern. Floral decoration is one of the recurring themes in Persian rug design. Flowers, leaves, vines and stylised plant forms may appear as individual ornaments or as elements of a continuous arrangement. In a modern interpretation, these motifs can be simplified, spaced more openly or organised into a clearer overall composition.

Floral imagery introduces curved lines and organic movement into a room. Vines can connect separate areas of the composition, while flowers and leaves create visual points of focus. The arrangement may be highly ordered or more freely distributed; for a modern rug, the contemporary balance of the whole design is central. This rug combines that modern floral character with the traditional Iranian technique of hand-knotting.

Persian rug designs are often organised with a central field, a surrounding border and smaller supporting ornaments. This is a common design principle, but it does not have to be applied in exactly the same way to every modern rug. Floral forms may be placed within a central structure or distributed across the entire surface. The relationship between motif, open space and colour determines how the pattern reads from a distance and at close range.

Colour arrangement influences whether a rug appears quiet, contrasting or lively. Modern designs often use traditional floral ideas in a way that can sit alongside contemporary furniture as well as more classical interiors. The description of this rug refers to harmoniously coordinated colours but does not name individual shades. The relevant feature is therefore the balanced colour impression rather than a claim about a particular palette.

A floral Oriental rug can visually connect furniture and add a textile layer to an interior. In a living room it may unite a seating area, while in a hallway it can define the direction of the space. In a home office it can provide a domestic accent without changing the practical function of the room. These are uses of the design; the rug itself remains a modern Persian rug from Persia.

The close knotting supports the depiction of more finely differentiated contours. When many knots are worked closely together, lines and floral forms can be built with greater definition than in a coarse drawing. The pattern therefore shows the relationship between design and construction. Because it is hand-knotted, the finished surface is an individual piece rather than a repeated machine-made copy.

Special Features

The defining features are a knot density of 300,000 knots per square metre, hand-knotted construction and a pile of 100% virgin wool. The dense knotting supports detailed rendering of the modern floral pattern and contributes to the rug’s durable construction. The rug is new and is described as being in perfect condition. Its thickness is approximately 12 mm.

This rug is suitable for underfloor heating. The temperature should remain moderate so that the wool fibres are not unnecessarily affected. Everyday care consists of regular vacuuming and removing spills promptly. Occasional professional rug cleaning is also recommended. These steps help preserve the pile and keep the pattern looking orderly over time.

As a one-off hand-knotted piece, the rug combines a modern floral appearance with an established Iranian making technique. It can be used in a living room, hallway or home office. Virgin wool, dense knotting and a contemporary floral design together define the rug’s material, construction and visual character.

FAQ

What is the best way to care for my Persian rug?

Vacuum the rug regularly to remove loose dirt from the pile. Spills should be addressed as soon as possible so that they do not settle further into the fibres. Professional rug cleaning from time to time is also recommended. Because this is a hand-knotted wool rug, cleaning should be carried out appropriately for its textile construction.

Where do most Persian rugs come from?

Most Persian rugs come from Iran, the historic land of Persia. Kerman, Isfahan, Tabriz and Qom are among the Iranian regions and cities known for rug production. Each area may have its own characteristic patterns, colours and technical traditions. This rug is described as a Persian rug from Persia, without a particular province being specified.

Can I use the rug over underfloor heating?

Yes, this hand-knotted Persian rug is suitable for use with underfloor heating. The temperature should not be set too high, so that the fibres are protected. Moderate, even heat together with regular care supports the rug’s continued use in the home.