Hand-Knotted Hamadan Persian Rug, 395 × 82 cm, Wool

Overview

This Hamadan comes from Iran and measures 395 × 82 cm. That is roughly 3.24 m² of floor, about 13' × 2.7'. Hamadan rugs are typically sturdy and geometrically patterned.

What it is made of

Pile material is given as wool, warp as cotton. The rug was hand-knotted throughout. Weight is given as ap.10kg.

Format and use

At this size it anchors a living room as the central surface.

On the knot count

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.

On the colourway

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. As a contemporary piece the pile is still even and largely unwalked.