Hand-Knotted Wool & Silk Senneh Persian Rug, 176 × 117 cm

Overview

Origin Iran, format 176 × 117 cm — a Senneh made entirely by hand. The covered area is about 2.06 m² (5.8' × 3.8').

What it is made of

Stated material: new wool, silk warp. Construction method: hand-knotted. Pile height is given as approx. 8 mm. Weight is given as approx. 7 kg.

Format and use

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

Fineness of the knotting

The stated knot density is 400,000–499,999 knots/m². Knotting at this density allows detailed drawing and soft transitions between colours.

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. Being recent, the pile shows little wear and holds its full height.