Tabriz Persian Rug 354 × 518 cm, Wool, hand-knotted

The piece in short

Hand-knotted in Iran: a Tabriz of 354 × 518 cm. The covered area is about 18.34 m² (11.6' × 17'). Tabriz is one of the oldest and most important weaving centres in Persia.

Construction

Stated material: cotton warp, new wool.

Size and placement

The rug is rectangular. At this size the rug defines the room rather than accenting it.

On the knot count

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.

Colour and appearance

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