
Heirloom Hand-Knotting
Tied knot by knot in Iran to last for generations.
Kashan has stood for over four centuries as Persia's foremost workshop city for court-quality pile weaving, its carpets distinguished by supremely fine knotting, disciplined arabesque geometry, and a palette that balances depth with luminosity.
This large-format piece presents the canonical Kashan composition at its most resolved: a circular rosette medallion centred on a field of deep midnight navy, from which twin pendant drops descend along the vertical axis, the entire ground then consumed by an unbroken lattice of interlacing vines bearing Shah Abbasi palmettes, lotus heads, and serrated lancet leaves rendered in ivory, powder blue, and restrained burgundy accents that prevent the dense patterning from ever feeling heavy.
The border system is classically layered — a narrow reciprocal-meander guard, a tighter floral fillet, and a wide main band populated with large alternating palmette cartouches on a medium cobalt ground — the whole sequence framed by cream selvage that lifts the composition cleanly from the floor. At 305 × 396 cm, the scale amplifies the meditative repetition of the arabesque, and the cool, aristocratic blue palette gives the room it occupies an unmistakable gravitas.
Circular rosette medallion, interlacing arabesque vines, stylised lotus and palmette blossoms, serrated lancet leaves, reciprocal floral meander border, Shah Abbasi palmettes, delicate cloud-band fillers
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 Floral Navy
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