
Heirloom Hand-Knotting
Tied knot by knot in Iran to last for generations.
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The Hamadan weaving district of western Iran — encompassing dozens of villages across the ancient Median heartland — produces some of the most characterful hand-knotted rugs in the Persian tradition, prized for their robust single-weft construction, saturated natural dyes, and the confident directness of their tribal-influenced patterning.
This piece presents a densely populated all-over field in deep madder crimson, structured by a diagonal diamond lattice that distributes stylized Herati rosettes, leaf sprays, and small boteh-derived palmettes with metronomic regularity across the entire ground — the repetition acquiring a meditative rhythm rather than monotony, punctuated by accents of sky blue and ivory that lift the palette from the saturated ground.
The border system is confidently articulated: a broad ivory outer band carries a continuous scrolling vine-and-leaf meander in navy and red, flanked by narrow reciprocal rosette guards in the characteristic Hamadan manner, while ivory fringe at each end signals hand-knotted authenticity. A rug of this density and chromatic intensity commands a room with tribal assurance, equally at home in a study lined with dark timber as it is anchoring a contemporary interior that requires a counterpoint of age-old craft.
Stylized Herati fish-and-rosette motifs within diamond lattice cells, small boteh-like palmettes at lattice intersections, flowering rosette medallions, scrolling vine and leaf border meander, reciprocal rosette minor guards
Hand-knotted in Iran with pure highland wool and mulberry silk.

Tied knot by knot in Iran to last for generations.

Lanolin-rich wool repels everyday spills and wear.

Highland wool paired with luminous mulberry silk.

Individually sourced from master looms in Tabriz, Isfahan, Kashan, Qum, and Nain—never machine-made or chemically coated.
Pure cotton or silk foundations breathe naturally on timber and marble floors without trapping humidity.
Combed highland wool resists shedding and grows softer and more lustrous with every decade of use.
Months of hand-knotting ensure no two pieces share the exact same tension, border cadence, or abrash depth.
Rug Comparison Guide | ![]() Hand KnottedCrafted knot by knot. Made for generations. Persian · Modern · Tribal This rug’s construction | ![]() Machine MadeFine detail. A beautifully consistent finish. Bespoke collection | ![]() 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.
Hamadan All-Over Crimson
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