
Built for High Traffic
Hand-spun mountain wool thrives in busy rooms.
The Arak weaving district of western Iran — encompassing towns such as Mahal, Sarouk, and Sultanabad — produced some of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries' most robust village carpets, prized for their saturated madder grounds, tribal drawing sensibility, and exceptional wool quality drawn from the high-altitude pastures of the Zagros foothills.
This hand-knotted wool carpet presents a dense all-over field composition in deep crimson, populated by a rhythmic lattice of stepped octagonal units enclosing stylized herati rosettes, serrated leaf sprays, and small reciprocal floral fills rendered in dusty rose, saffron gold, ivory, and accents of teal and cobalt — the drawing retaining the pleasingly irregular hand of village work rather than the rigid precision of city production.
The multi-band border is anchored by a navy ground carrying a continuous repeating floral vine between narrow reciprocal guard stripes in gold and ivory, providing firm visual containment to the restless energy of the field. At 219 × 311 cm, this is a room-anchoring piece whose warm chromatic density and tribal vitality suit both traditional interiors and contemporary spaces seeking genuine craft provenance over decorative neutrality.
Stylized herati rosettes, stepped octagonal medallion units, lozenge-shaped floral heads, serrated leaf forms, small reciprocal boteh-like fills, and a running floral vine in the border
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.
Mahal All-Over Crimson
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