
Heirloom Hand-Knotting
Tied knot by knot in Iran to last for generations.
The Hamadan weaving district of western Iran — encompassing dozens of Kurdish and Luri tribal villages — has produced some of Persia's most characterful hand-knotted rugs for centuries, prized for their robust single-weft construction, saturated vegetable-derived palettes, and uninhibited tribal energy.
This 128x219 cm piece presents a stacked medallion composition in which two bold navy diamond lobes are suspended against a field of deep madder red, united by a sinuous tree-of-life axis that rises from a densely blooming lower register of open rosettes and stylized palmettes toward a compressed upper medallion anchored near the apex; saffron orange, cobalt blue, rose pink, and ivory accents punctuate the field with a controlled exuberance typical of the Hamadan villages around Tuyserkan and Nahavand.
The border system is well-resolved — a principal stripe of reciprocal vine-and-flower cartouches in dark red and orange flanked by narrow reciprocal-tooth guard bands — lending the composition a satisfying architectural containment. The wool pile carries the characteristic slight lustre of highland Iranian fleece, and the color transitions between navy and red read with the graphic immediacy of tribal work rather than the tightly curvilinear refinement of court-city weaving. A piece of forthright regional character that commands attention without ornamentation for its own sake, equally suited to a serious collector's study or a room that demands authentic textile presence.
Elongated diamond medallions with serrated edges, stylized tree-of-life stem rising through the central axis, rosette florals, abstracted palmettes, curvilinear vine scrolls, and small boteh-like secondary fills scattered across the field
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 Medallion Tree Crimson
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