Hamadan Persian Rug 316 × 110 cm in Wool, hand-knotted

The piece in short

This Hamadan comes from Iran and measures 316 × 110 cm. The covered area is about 3.48 m² (10.4' × 3.6'). Hamadan rugs are typically sturdy and geometrically patterned.

Materials and construction

Construction: wool in the pile over a cotton foundation. The rug was hand-knotted throughout. Weight is given as ap. 10 kg.

Size and placement

Large enough to hold a full seating group.

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.

How it reads

The stated colourway is red and orange. With traditionally dyed wool, small variations of tone within one field are normal.

Age and condition

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