Wool & Silk Isfahan Persian Rug 80 × 123 cm, hand-knotted

Overview

Origin Iran, format 80 × 123 cm — a Isfahan made entirely by hand. It covers approximately 0.98 m², or 2.6' × 4'. Isfahan has stood for exceptionally fine knotting for centuries.

What it is made of

Construction: 100% Schurwolle mit Seide in the pile over a 100% silk foundation. The rug was hand-knotted throughout.

Size and placement

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

Knot density and quality

The stated knot density is 800,000–899,999 knots/m². A knot count at this level belongs to the upper quality class of handmade rugs.

Colour and appearance

It is catalogued under red and orange. Handmade rugs always show slight colour shifts from knot to knot — that is a mark of hand work, not a defect.