Tabriz Persian Rug 143 × 96 cm in Wool, hand-knotted

At a glance

Origin Iran, format 143 × 96 cm — a Tabriz made entirely by hand. The covered area is about 1.37 m² (4.7' × 3.1'). Tabriz is one of the oldest and most important weaving centres in Persia.

Materials and construction

Construction: wool in the pile over a cotton foundation. Construction method: hand-knotted. Weight is given as ap. 6 kg.

Where it fits

The rug is rectangular. The format suits the space in front of a sofa, a small dining table, or a study.

Colour and appearance

The stated colourway is Weiß / beige. Handmade rugs always show slight colour shifts from knot to knot — that is a mark of hand work, not a defect.

Age and condition

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