Shiraz Persian Rug 139 × 178 cm, Wool, hand-knotted

Overview

Hand-knotted in Iran: a Shiraz of 139 × 178 cm. The covered area is about 2.47 m² (4.6' × 5.8'). Shiraz rugs come from a nomadic weaving tradition.

Construction

Stated material: cotton warp, new wool. Construction method: hand-knotted. Pile height is given as 7-10mm.

Size and placement

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 300,000–399,999 knots/m². Knotting at this density allows detailed drawing and soft transitions between colours.

On the colourway

It is catalogued under multicolour. Handmade rugs always show slight colour shifts from knot to knot — that is a mark of hand work, not a defect.