Persian Rug Nain 194 x 130 cm Wool Hand-knotted (Sold)

Nain Persian Rug

Material and Craftsmanship

This Nain 6 La rug is hand-knotted, with a pile made from 80% kork wool and 20% natural silk. The two materials are combined within the pile, with kork wool forming the larger share and natural silk providing the complementary fibre. The rug is red. It is new and in very good condition.

As a hand-knotted rug, this piece was made by tying individual knots into its structure rather than being produced by machine. It is therefore a single, individually made textile. Its listed knot density is approximately 1,000,000 knots per square metre. A certificate is included with the rug.

The material statement applies to the pile: 80% kork wool and 20% natural silk. Wool and silk have long been used together in Nain weaving to bring different qualities to one surface. For this particular rug, that combination is expressly specified. Its stated thickness is approximately 6 mm and its weight is 5 kg.

Origin and Tradition

The rug comes from Nain in Iran. Located in central Iran, Nain developed into an important centre of carpet production during the twentieth century. Rugs from the town belong to a distinct Persian tradition recognised for careful knotting, precise drawing and disciplined colour relationships. Nain is therefore both a place of origin and a regional design language.

Carpet weaving became especially significant in Nain as local workshops developed a specialised approach to fine Persian rugs. Nain weavers draw on established Persian principles while adapting them to a finely organised structure. Common features include a clearly defined field, a formal border and numerous small floral details. The resulting compositions are ordered and intricate, while remaining connected to the wider vocabulary of Persian ornament.

Nain rugs are traditionally made by experienced weavers. The craft involves more than the choice of fibre: the design must be transferred to the foundation, and each knot must be placed with consistency. Regional practice combines this technical precision with a balanced decorative arrangement. The tradition can be recognised in the relationship between the central field, the border and the repeated motifs that connect the two.

The designation 6 La is used in the trade to classify a particular type of Nain rug within the wider Nain tradition. Nain carpets are often associated with fine knotting, clearly drawn ornament and carefully balanced compositions. These are general characteristics of the regional style. The exact arrangement of motifs remains specific to each individually woven rug and should be read from the piece itself.

Design and Pattern

The style of this rug is identified as Traditional Oriental/Persian. Nain designs frequently use a central medallion or an arrangement built around axial symmetry. Such a structure establishes a visual centre and connects it to the sides through the field and border. Other established Nain approaches use flowing floral vines, blossoms and leaves distributed across the field in a measured rhythm.

Nain design brings floral imagery together with geometric control. Vines usually follow recurring directions rather than being placed at random. Flowers and leaves may support a central motif or appear as smaller elements between larger forms. The border frames the field and creates a visual transition between the principal design and the surrounding room. This division into field and border is an important part of the organisation found in Persian rugs.

Many Nain compositions depend on a careful balance between open ground and ornament. Small details refine larger motifs, while repeated forms establish rhythm and continuity. The design can therefore be read both at close range, where individual lines and details become visible, and from farther away, where the overall order of the composition takes precedence. Persian ornament generally uses stylised plant forms arranged according to proportion and repetition rather than naturalistic depiction.

Red is specified as the colour of this rug. Within Persian design, red can give the field or selected ornamental areas a distinct visual presence. The precise distribution of the colour and the exact placement of the motifs belong to the individual design. The facts established here are its red colour and its Traditional Oriental/Persian style; no more specific pattern name is provided.

The design is also connected to the technical possibilities of fine hand-knotting. A dense knot structure allows weavers to draw smaller contours, leaves and floral details with greater control. Nain compositions make use of this capacity to organise borders, vines and secondary motifs. Symmetry, repetition and graduated ornament then work together to create the characteristic disciplined appearance associated with the regional tradition.

Special Features

The stated special features are the hand-knotted construction, the combination of kork wool and natural silk, the red colour and the new, very good condition. The rug is supplied with a certificate. As a Nain 6 La, it has a defined place within the Nain tradition, while its listed style is Traditional Oriental/Persian.

The rug can be placed in living rooms, dining areas, studies or bedrooms. Direct sunlight should be avoided to help preserve the colours. A dry, stable surface supports safe placement and helps the rug retain its shape. Its materials and method of manufacture are also described as suitable for rooms with underfloor heating.

FAQ

How should I care for this Persian rug?

Vacuum regularly on a low setting as part of routine care. If a spill occurs, dab it promptly with a damp cloth. Avoid strong cleaning agents. Professional rug cleaning at suitable intervals provides additional care and supports the preservation of the pile and colour.

Can the rug be used over underfloor heating?

Yes. This Nain 6 La rug is suitable for rooms with underfloor heating because of its materials and hand-knotted construction. The natural materials adapt to changes in temperature. It should be placed on a dry, stable surface so that it lies securely during use.

Where is the rug best placed?

The Nain 6 La works in living rooms and dining areas as well as in studies or bedrooms. Avoid direct sunlight to help maintain the colours. A dry, stable base helps the rug retain its shape and provides a suitable foundation for everyday placement.