Persian Rug Persia 135 x 90 cm Wool Hand-knotted

Persia Persian Rug

Material and Craftsmanship

This Persian rug is hand-knotted and combines virgin wool with silk. Its pile consists of 90% virgin wool and 10% silk. Virgin wool is known for its soft handle and durable character. It therefore provides a comfortable surface for everyday use while retaining the textile quality expected in a hand-knotted rug. Wool can help regulate warmth and improve the acoustics of a room. For that reason, a wool rug can be used in living rooms as well as bedrooms.

The silk content adds a restrained sheen to the wool foundation. It also supports the brilliance of the colours and helps the pattern remain visually distinct. In a hand-knotted rug, the design is built knot by knot. This requires careful, consistent work so that outlines, colour fields and transitions remain legible. The knot density of this rug is approximately 300,000 knots per square metre. Its pile height is approximately 8 mm. The combination of handwork, dense pile and wool with silk gives this one-off piece its particular textile character.

Hand-knotting differs fundamentally from machine production. Each knot is made individually, giving the finished rug a clear craft identity. Small variations belong to this technique and make every piece individual. The hand-knotted construction of this rug is accompanied by a carpet certificate.

Origin and Tradition

As a Persian rug, this piece comes from Persia, or Iran. Persian carpet making is one of the established forms of the country’s traditional crafts. The art of knotting developed over many generations and was cultivated in different regions, each with its own preferences in structure, colour and ornament. A Persian rug therefore represents not only a particular method of production, but also a long-standing culture of designing, dyeing and knotting textiles.

Throughout the history of Persian carpets, knowledge of patterns and practical skill were passed on through families and workshops. Weavers worked from inherited designs, pattern drawings or recurring ornaments, while adapting each composition to the work in progress. Making a rug brings together the planning of a design and its exact execution on the loom. The more finely divided and detailed a pattern is, the more carefully the knots and colour areas must be coordinated.

Tabriz, Isfahan and Nain are internationally recognised for hand-knotted rugs. They represent different schools within Persian carpet culture. Tabriz is often associated with precise, finely structured compositions. Isfahan is known for balanced floral designs and developed ornamentation. Nain is commonly linked with light palettes, clear drawing and fine knotting. These names describe regional traditions and schools; the stated origin of this rug is Persia.

Persian rugs have been used in domestic, representative and religious settings. Their designs may include floral forms, geometric structures and symmetrical arrangements. Colours and ornaments are traditionally brought together as part of an overall composition rather than placed at random. A design may contain a central field, a surrounding border and repeated internal details. Many individual knots thereby form a coherent image, allowing the rug to function as both a useful textile and a form of visual art.

The cultural importance of Persian carpet making lies in the connection between design and execution. A woven or knotted pattern must remain readable across the entire surface. This requires controlled tension, carefully managed colour changes and disciplined handling of the material. The long tradition explains why Persian rugs are recognised around the world as a distinct form of textile craftsmanship. The tradition continues to be regarded as part of Iran’s cultural heritage.

Regional history also shows why a Persian rug should not be assigned to a specific town without a stated origin. Similar floral or geometric ideas may appear in more than one weaving centre, while individual workshops develop their own interpretations. The general Persian tradition provides the cultural setting for this rug, but the available origin is limited to Persia. Its identity is defined by that origin together with its hand-knotted construction and oriental design.

Design and Pattern

The design of this rug is oriental and presented in dark blue. A blue bed surround is a distinctive compositional element. This surround gives the design a defined frame and organises the surface visually. Dark blue creates a contained and quiet effect within a carpet composition. Together with the silk, it may show subtle variations according to the light, while the virgin wool gives the surface a soft textile depth.

Oriental carpet designs often work with a relationship between a central field and a border. The central field carries the main drawing, while the border marks the transition towards the outer edge. A border can repeat a motif, create a visual rhythm or set the centre apart from its surroundings. In a bed surround, this principle is especially clear: the blue framing element brings the composition together and gives the outer line a distinct presence.

The pattern vocabulary of Persian rugs includes vines, blossoms, leaves, medallions, rosettes and geometric forms. Floral motifs may be arranged symmetrically or connected through scrolling branches. Geometric details can establish clear axes and an ordered rhythm. Although such designs are rooted in tradition, their visual effect can work with both classical and modern interiors. The result depends on the distribution of forms, the contrast of colours and the clarity of the outlines.

In a hand-knotted rug, the pattern is not printed onto the surface. It is constructed from individual knots during the making process. Every line and colour area has to be planned and executed through the sequence of knots. A high knot density allows small forms and more differentiated transitions to be represented with greater precision. This is why densely knotted rugs can maintain a clear drawing even when the ornament is complex.

The combination of dark blue, oriental ornament and a blue bed surround joins a traditional visual language with a controlled colour effect. The rug can therefore be used in rooms with classical furnishings as well as in more plainly designed living spaces. This describes the character of the design and does not create an additional regional attribution: a pattern or oriental form does not automatically make a rug originate from a particular Persian province.

The colour arrangement also reinforces the framing function of the surround. A dark edge can visually gather the rug’s surface, allowing the inner drawing to be read as a connected field. The different surface effects of virgin wool and silk add both subdued and lightly reflective nuances. As a result, the ornament can remain differentiated from changing viewpoints without losing the overall unity of the composition.

Special Features

The knot density of approximately 300,000 knots per square metre supports a detailed execution. This rug is a one-off, and a carpet certificate is present. Its condition is new and perfect. The material blend of 90% virgin wool and 10% silk combines a soft, durable wool base with the sheen and colour effect of silk. The rug is suitable for underfloor heating and is described as pet-friendly and child-friendly.

Hand-knotted rugs are described as durable and sustainable. This Persian rug also has antistatic properties and therefore does not attract dust particles. That makes it easy to care for. The combination of a dense knot structure, oriental design, dark blue bed surround and certified one-off status defines this individual piece.

FAQ

How should I care for my Persian rug?

Regular, gentle vacuuming is suitable for routine cleaning. Strong brushing should be avoided so that the pile and pattern are treated carefully. The rug should not be exposed to direct sunlight for long periods, since this can cause the colours to fade. Stains are best treated immediately with a damp cloth and a mild cleaning agent. More sensitive or extensive soiling should be handled by a professional rug cleaner. The rug’s antistatic properties support straightforward maintenance, but they do not replace careful treatment of the surface. Rubbing, excessive moisture and aggressive products are not part of the recommended cleaning method.

Where do Persian rugs come from?

Persian rugs come from Persia, or Iran. Knotting has a long tradition there, and different regions and workshops have developed their own approaches over time. Tabriz, Isfahan and Nain are among the recognised centres of Persian carpet making. Their traditions differ in ornament, colour effect and craft execution. The patterns and colours of a rug can form an individual visual story. This piece is identified as a Persian rug from Persia; no more specific province or city is stated.

What distinguishes hand-knotted rugs from machine-made rugs?

In a hand-knotted rug, craftspeople make each knot individually. The design is created directly through this manual process. A high knot density supports detailed drawing, while the method gives every piece individual characteristics. Machine-made rugs, by contrast, are produced using industrial processes and generally offer less individuality. Hand-knotted rugs are regarded as durable and more valuable, and each one is a one-off. The hand-knotted production of this rug is additionally documented by a carpet certificate.