
Precision Woven
Fine, uniform pattern clarity with a clean edge.
The contemporary distressed aesthetic draws its vocabulary from the great classical carpet traditions of Persia — Kashan, Isfahan, and Tabriz — deliberately deconstructing their formal medallion and floral grammar into an eroded, painterly language that Western and European design houses have mastered over the past two decades.
This 160x236 cm wool piece presents an open silver-grey field that functions almost as a washed canvas, across which layers of deep plum, burnt rust, and amber ochre drift in loose diagonal masses, evoking the natural patina of a centuries-worn antique rather than a calculated ornament.
Fragments of a classical Persian border survive along the perimeter — rosette cartouches, geometric fret bands, and vine-scroll traces — rendered half-dissolved as though reclaimed by time, while a ghostly central field suggests a medallion composition that has been deliberately allowed to dissolve into the background weave. A restrained teal accent surfaces mid-field, anchoring the warm palette and preventing the rust and plum tones from overwhelming the composition. The overall effect is of controlled entropy — a rug that carries the intellectual weight of classical Persian design history while speaking an entirely modern visual language, suited to interiors that value cultural depth over decorative noise.
Deconstructed classical Persian medallion and floral cartouche fragments, painterly distressed washes, ghost-like vine scrolls and rosette remnants dissolved into abstraction
Fine machine-woven detail in ready-to-order room sizes.

Fine, uniform pattern clarity with a clean edge.

Curated room dimensions from 3’×5’ up to 10’×14’.

Woven in pure silk, wool, and natural fibres.

Powered looms translate intricate contemporary and classical motifs into a consistent weave across standard room dimensions.
Pure silk designs offer an exceptionally smooth touch, while wool weaves bring cushioned everyday warmth.
Select the exact proportion your room layout calls for without waiting on a one-off antique hunt.
Built for living rooms and bedrooms with straightforward, fibre-appropriate care.
Rug Comparison Guide | ![]() Hand KnottedCrafted knot by knot. Made for generations. Persian · Modern · Tribal | ![]() Machine MadeFine detail. A beautifully consistent finish. Bespoke collection This rug’s construction | ![]() Hand TuftedYour shape, your palette, your feel. Custom rugs |
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| Manufacturing method | Individually hand tied Each knot is tied onto a woven foundation. | Precision machine woven A powered loom creates a fine, uniform weave. | Tufted by hand Yarn is inserted into a canvas, then backed and finished. |
| Feel | Naturally soft Varies with fibre, knot quality and pile height. | Soft to exceptionally soft Extremely soft in pure silk; soft in wool. Other fibres vary. | Customisable Adjust pile height and density for a plush or firmer feel. |
| Perfect for | Across the home Durable wool for busy rooms; silk-rich pieces for quieter spaces. | Comfort & decorative detail Living rooms and bedrooms. Choose the fibre for your foot traffic. | Across the home, tailored to you Specify wool for everyday use or silk accents for gentler spaces. |
| Lifespan | Can last 100+ years* Heirloom potential with appropriate care and repair. | Around 10 years* An indicative lifespan with suitable use and care. | Up to 20 years* With proper care of the pile and backing. |
| Materials | Natural wool & silk The balance of wool and silk varies by rug. | Varies by design Wool, bamboo silk and other options. Check the listed material. | Wool & bamboo silk Choose your material and blend to suit the brief. |
| Care | Vacuum gently Rotate periodically. Specialist cleaning for silk and deep cleans. | Follow the fibre Gentle vacuuming. Silk and bamboo silk need particular spill care. | Protect the backing Gentle vacuuming; avoid soaking. Use a specialist for deep cleaning. |
| Customisation | Choose your piece Find the right size, pattern and palette in the collection. | Choose your size Available dimensions vary by design. | Fully made for you Shape, size, palette, material, pile height and density. |
| Explore | Hand knottedExplore hand knotted rugs | BespokeExplore bespoke rugs | CustomCreate your custom rug |
*Lifespans are indicative, with suitable use and care. Fibre, construction, backing and foot traffic affect longevity. Silk and bamboo silk need more delicate care than wool. Construction images are illustrative.
Contemporary Distressed Abstract Plum Rust
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