Turkmen Persian Rug — hand-knotted, 132 × 60 cm, Wool

At a glance

This Turkmen comes from Iran and measures 132 × 60 cm. The covered area is about 0.79 m² (4.3' × 2').

Materials and construction

Stated material: cotton warp, new wool. The rug was hand-knotted throughout. Pile height is given as approx. 6 mm. Weight is given as ap.2kg.

Size and placement

The rug is rectangular. At this size it works as an entryway mat or a bedside rug.

Fineness of the knotting

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.

How it reads

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

Age and condition

Stated age: contemporary, 0–20 years old. Being recent, the pile shows little wear and holds its full height.