
Built for High Traffic
Hand-spun mountain wool thrives in busy rooms.
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The Bakhtiari tribal weavers of the Chahar Mahal region in the Zagros Mountains of western Iran are celebrated for their khamseh garden rugs — a tradition rooted in nomadic memory of paradise gardens, producing pieces of remarkable chromatic vitality and narrative botanical richness that have commanded serious collector attention for over a century.
This new hand-knotted wool example presents the quintessential Bakhtiari panel format: a field divided into a regular grid of rectangular compartments, each enclosing an individual garden tableau — cypress trees in deep navy, flowering shrubs in crimson and ivory, paired birds rendered in white against dark grounds, pomegranate boughs, and stylised vase-and-tree compositions — with alternating panel grounds in crimson, midnight navy, ivory, and forest green creating the characteristic checkerboard rhythm that distinguishes this weaving tradition.
The border is classically proportioned, deploying a continuous ivory ground populated with bold floral vine scroll and angular leaf forms in navy, green, and burnt orange, flanked by narrow reciprocal guard stripes. Measuring 152x305 cm, the elongated format amplifies the garden narrative across its full length, each panel insisting on individual contemplation while the whole reads as an organised, living landscape — a piece with the self-assured directness of tribal craft and the compositional ambition of a court tradition.
Stylized cypress trees, flowering shrubs, birds in flight, pomegranate clusters, vase-and-tree motifs, boteh forms, and multi-petalled rosettes — each compartment presenting a distinct garden vignette rendered in tribal hand
One-of-one hand-knotted weaves steeped in nomadic heritage.

Hand-spun mountain wool thrives in busy rooms.

Organic root and mineral dyes age with grace.

Woven from memory, so every rug is one of a kind.

Originally woven to endure mountain migrations, genuine tribal rugs are among the most resilient, low-maintenance pieces you can place on a floor.
Geometric medallions and rich abrash naturally disguise footprints, pet hair, and daily wear between cleanings.
Reinforced wool selvedges and hand-knotted foundations lie flat and hold firm for 50 to 100+ years.
Dense, springy mountain wool insulates cool tile or stone floors and absorbs ambient room noise.
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.
Bakhtiari Garden Compartment Crimson
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