Sarouk Farahan Indian Rug — hand-knotted, 205 × 79 cm, Wool

The piece in short

Hand-knotted in India: a Sarouk Farahan of 205 × 79 cm. The covered area is about 1.62 m² (6.7' × 2.6'). Sarouk rugs are known for dense knotting and floral motifs.

Materials and construction

Stated material: cotton warp, new wool. The rug was hand-knotted throughout. Pile height is given as approx. 8 mm. Weight is given as ap.6kg.

Format and use

The format suits the space in front of a sofa, a small dining table, or a study.

Knot density and quality

The stated knot density is under 200,000 knots/m². This knot density balances pattern definition against hard-wearing construction.

Colour and appearance

The stated colourway is Weiß / beige. With traditionally dyed wool, small variations of tone within one field are normal.

Age

Stated age: contemporary, 0–20 years old. As a contemporary piece the pile is still even and largely unwalked.