Sarouk Farahan Persian Rug — hand-knotted, 59 × 43 cm, Wool

Overview

A Sarouk Farahan from Iran, measuring 59 × 43 cm. It covers approximately 0.25 m², or 1.9' × 1.4'. Sarouk rugs are known for dense knotting and floral motifs.

Construction

Stated material: cotton warp, new wool. It is entirely hand-knotted. Pile height is given as approx. 10 mm. Weight is given as ap. 2 kg.

Size and placement

The rug is rectangular. Small enough to sit in front of a dresser or just inside a door.

Knot density and quality

The stated knot density is 200,000–299,999 knots/m². In the mid range the pattern stays clearly legible without making the rug delicate.

On the colourway

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

Age

Stated condition: new.