Antique Kilim Persian Rug, 293 × 162 cm, Wool

Overview

Origin Iran, format 293 × 162 cm — a Kilim made entirely by hand. It covers approximately 4.75 m², or 9.6' × 5.3'.

Materials and construction

Weft material is given as wool, warp as cotton. Construction method: hand-woven. Weight is given as approx. 7 kg.

Format and use

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

Flatweave

Because it is woven rather than knotted, the structure is flat and usable on both sides.

How it reads

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.

Condition

Stated age: antique. As an antique piece, condition should be judged against its age.