Shiraz Persian Rug 219 × 307 cm in Wool, hand-knotted

Overview

This Shiraz comes from Iran and measures 219 × 307 cm. The covered area is about 6.72 m² (7.2' × 10.1'). Shiraz rugs come from a nomadic weaving tradition.

Construction

Construction: 100% new wool in the pile over a 100% cotton foundation. The rug was hand-knotted throughout.

Format and use

The rug is rectangular. At this size it anchors a living room as the central surface.

Knot density and quality

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

The stated colourway is red and orange. Depending on the light and the direction you look from, the surface reads lighter or darker — a property of every handmade rug.