Persian Rug Nain 136 x 92 cm Wool Hand-knotted

Nain Persian Rug

Material and Craftsmanship

This Super Nain Persian Rug is hand-knotted and made from 90% virgin wool and 10% silk. Wool is the dominant material in the pile, giving the surface a soft handle together with a durable character. It has long been used in rug making because it is comfortable underfoot and suited to a hard-wearing textile surface. Here, the wool is complemented by a smaller proportion of silk. Silk contributes a restrained sheen and can enhance the way colours and fine areas of the design are perceived.

The rug is made by hand using the traditional hand-knotting technique. Each knot is inserted individually into the structure of the rug. Its stated density of approximately 300,000 knots per square metre indicates a fine construction and provides a basis for detailed pattern work. A dense knot structure supports precise outlines, measured transitions and a differentiated appearance in the floral design. The rug is new and described as being in very good condition.

The combination of virgin wool and silk brings two different material qualities together. Wool creates a naturally soft and practical surface, while silk can produce subtle reflections where the light reaches the pile. The hand-knotted construction makes the rug an individually made textile piece. Even where the pattern follows an established order, every rug is formed knot by knot through manual work. This rug is also suitable for use with underfloor heating.

Origin and Tradition

The rug comes from Persia, or Iran, and is identified as a Super Nain. Nain is an Iranian carpet-making city known for fine knotting, high knot densities and careful workmanship. The Nain weaving tradition reaches back to the 19th century and continues to be maintained in workshops today. Its character rests on the combination of regional skill, controlled drawing and the transmission of craft knowledge from one generation to the next.

Precision is central to the Nain approach. The visual effect is not created only through broad blocks of colour, but through many small knots, delicate lines and an orderly distribution of ornaments. This allows floral details and symmetrical compositions to be drawn with clarity. The high knot density of this rug corresponds to that technical orientation: a carefully worked surface in which small details have room to be expressed.

Nain rugs are traditionally associated with light ground colours and a restrained, clearly structured use of colour. This places the tradition within the wider Persian carpet culture, where design, proportion and colour relationships are read together. A Nain rug is not simply a decorative field; it is an organised interaction between ground, border and ornament. Hand knotting makes that structure visible through the sequence of individual knots.

The term Super Nain describes the fine direction of the rug and its very high stated knot density. It does not introduce a different place of origin: this piece is offered as a Persian, or Iranian, Nain rug. Its traditional identity is combined with a format suitable for living rooms, offices and hallways. The regional character can therefore be used in a classical interior as well as alongside more contemporary furnishings.

Design and Pattern

The pattern is described as Oriental and combines discreet floral motifs with a symmetrical arrangement. Floral ornament is one of the established forms of expression in Persian carpet design. It may include flowers, leaves, vines and stylised plant shapes arranged into recurring units. In a hand-knotted Nain design, the effect comes from the relationship between those units: symmetry provides visual calm, while fine knotting allows individual lines and smaller shapes to remain distinct.

This rug is coloured in white and dark blue. White provides a light, quiet ground, while dark blue can give the ornament depth and definition. Together, the two colours create a clear contrast without disturbing the ordered character of the composition. In the Nain tradition, light areas and darker drawing are often balanced so that the pattern remains legible and the overall surface does not become visually restless.

The symmetrical layout creates a sense of visual order. Repeated forms guide the eye across the field and give the rug a balanced structure. Floral details add variation within that order without changing the fundamental character of the design. The high knot density is relevant to this effect because it supports the fine treatment of small motifs and narrow contours. The silk content may add a quiet sheen to selected parts of the pile.

An Oriental pattern does not require a historical setting. The direct combination of white and dark blue can work in a traditional living area, a modern office or a hallway. The rectangular shape supports use in front of seating, in passageways or in clearly defined zones within a room. The design remains connected to the Nain expression while not depending on one particular furnishing style.

Special Features

Distinctive features include the handwork, the high density of approximately 300,000 knots per square metre and the combination of 90% virgin wool with 10% silk. The rug is new and described as being in very good condition. The natural materials are described in the source as suitable for allergy sufferers because they contain no harmful chemicals. The rug may also be used over underfloor heating, provided that the temperature is not set too high.

Its rectangular format and white-and-dark-blue colour scheme make it suitable for several areas of the home or workplace. Living rooms, offices and hallways are named as possible settings. The hand-knotted construction preserves the character of an individually produced piece. Each sequence of knots contributes to the textile surface and to the effect of the Oriental, floral and symmetrical pattern.

FAQ

How should I care for this Nain Persian Rug?

Regular vacuuming on a low setting helps remove dust and dirt from the surface. Professional rug cleaning is recommended for stains or a deeper clean. Direct sunlight should be avoided to reduce the risk of the colours fading. Care should also take the combination of virgin wool and silk into account. Gentle treatment helps preserve the surface and supports the very good condition in which this new rug is supplied.

Can the rug be used with underfloor heating?

Yes, this Super Nain Persian Rug is suitable for use with underfloor heating. The temperature should not be set too high so that the materials are not damaged. Even, moderate warmth is the appropriate condition when the rug is placed over a heated floor. The general care instructions for a hand-knotted rug should also be followed during everyday use.

Which rooms are suitable for the rug?

The rug can be used in a living room, office or hallway. Its rectangular shape allows it to function both as a floor covering and as a decorative element. The Oriental pattern with floral and symmetrical details can be used in classical and modern interiors alike. The light colour scheme of white and dark blue can help structure a room and provide a clear point of visual reference.