Turkmen Persian Rug — hand-knotted, 146 × 95 cm, Wool & Silk

The piece in short

A Turkmen from Iran, measuring 146 × 95 cm. It covers approximately 1.39 m², or 4.8' × 3.1'.

Materials and construction

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

Format and use

The rug is rectangular. The format suits the space in front of a sofa, a small dining table, or a study.

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.

Period

Stated condition: new.