Shiraz Persian Rug — hand-knotted, 172 × 264 cm, Wool

About this rug

Hand-knotted in Iran: a Shiraz of 172 × 264 cm. The covered area is about 4.54 m² (5.6' × 8.7'). Shiraz rugs come from a nomadic weaving tradition.

Construction

Stated material: cotton warp, new wool. The rug was hand-knotted throughout. Pile height is given as 7-10mm.

Size and placement

At this size it anchors a living room as the central surface.

On the knot count

The stated knot density is 200,000–299,999 knots/m². This knot density balances pattern definition against hard-wearing construction.

Colour and appearance

It is catalogued under red and orange. With traditionally dyed wool, small variations of tone within one field are normal.