Shiraz Persian Rug 167 × 266 cm in Wool, hand-knotted

Overview

A Shiraz from Iran, measuring 167 × 266 cm. That is roughly 4.44 m² of floor, about 5.5' × 8.7'. Shiraz rugs come from a nomadic weaving tradition.

What it is made of

Stated material: new wool. The rug was hand-knotted throughout. Pile height is given as 5-7mm.

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 300,000–399,999 knots/m². At this density even small-scale motifs can be worked out cleanly.

Age and condition

Stated condition: new.