Afshar Persian Rug — hand-knotted, 180 × 300 cm, Wool

About this rug

Origin Iran, format 180 × 300 cm — a Afshar made entirely by hand. It covers approximately 5.4 m², or 5.9' × 9.8'.

Materials and construction

Stated material: cotton warp, new wool.

Format and use

The rug is rectangular. A size where sofa and armchairs can rest their front legs on the rug.

Knot density and quality

The stated knot density is 200,000–299,999 knots/m². This knot density balances pattern definition against hard-wearing construction.

Colour and appearance

It is catalogued under red and orange. With traditionally dyed wool, small variations of tone within one field are normal.