
Heirloom Hand-Knotting
Tied knot by knot in Iran to last for generations.
Kashan has stood for over five centuries as the pre-eminent city of Persian court weaving, its workshops producing rugs of extraordinary fineness and botanical precision that furnished the palaces of Safavid shahs and the great houses of Europe.
This hand-knotted wool carpet presents the canonical Kashan vocabulary in full authority: a deep crimson field — the colour achieved through generations of mastery in madder dyeing — anchors a central octagonal medallion rendered in midnight navy and ivory, its interior packed with concentric rosette rings and a jewel-like central floret.
Below the medallion, the composition unfolds in a descending sequence of vase-mounted bouquets whose blooms shift from cream-yellow to powder blue and sage green, each cluster formally balanced across the vertical axis; above, detached palmettes and boteh leaves drift across the field with the controlled asymmetry characteristic of the finest Kashan atelier work. The border system is equally rigorous — a broad main band in slate blue carries a continuous floral meander in ivory and gold, flanked by narrow reciprocal-vine guard stripes — the whole functioning as an architectural frame rather than mere ornament. At 239x361 cm the piece occupies the classical room-sized format intended to command a formal reception space, and its palette of lacquer red against cool blue and warm gold gives it the chromatic authority of a work made for permanent, considered display.
Rosette and lotus medallion with rinceaux surround, large vase-mounted floral bouquets, detached palmettes, boteh/paisley leaves, tulip sprays, scrolling arabesque tendrils, and classical Persian floral meander border
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.
Kashan Medallion Crimson
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