At a glance

Origin China, format 357 × 251 cm — a Oriental rug made entirely by hand. That is roughly 8.96 m² of floor, about 11.7' × 8.2'.

Materials and construction

Stated material: cotton warp, new wool. The rug was hand-knotted throughout. Pile height is given as approx. 12 mm. Weight is given as ap.24kg.

The rug is rectangular. A format for large rooms, with space for an entire seating arrangement.

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.

The stated colourway is black and grey. With traditionally dyed wool, small variations of tone within one field are normal.

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