
Heirloom Hand-Knotting
Tied knot by knot in Iran to last for generations.
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Nain, a city in Isfahan Province, has produced some of Iran's most refined court-quality carpets since the mid-twentieth century, distinguished by extraordinarily fine knotting, restrained aristocratic palettes, and the characteristic interplay of ivory fields against cool silver-grey borders that sets Nain work apart from its neighbours.
This piece presents a classic dome composition — a large, tightly packed sunburst medallion at its centre whose radiating lines dissolve outward into a dense, organically flowing field of shah abbasi palmettes, lotus arabesques, and delicate floral sprays rendered in dusty rose, sage green, and slate blue against a warm ivory ground, the whole field contained within a silver-grey transitional border before yielding to a wide main border of scalloped cartouches alternating with floral bouquets, and finally a sweeping outer border of pendant tulip garlands that lends the piece an unusually theatrical finish.
The overall palette — cool silver anchoring warm ivory and gold with accents of muted rose and sage — carries the measured, contemplative elegance of a piece made for quiet rooms of consequence.
Radiating sunburst dome medallion, palmette and lotus arabesques, shah abbasi floral sprays, scalloped ogival cartouches, pendant floral garlands, rosette corner spandrels, and repeating tulip-and-blossom outer 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.
Nain Medallion Dome Silver Ivory
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