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Old Keshan | 205 x 136 cm | Nr. 14040

Sale price2.640,00 €
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Old Keshan

This one-of-a-kind piece in light red combines traditional craftsmanship with timeless elegance. With a knot density of around 360,000 knots per m², the elaborate workmanship shows above all in the precise drawing of the design and the fine execution of the details. At 205 × 136 cm, it works beautifully as a small living room rug. The harmonious colouring and the characteristic texture lend any room an exclusive, homely atmosphere. A rug of this quality is far more than a furnishing item – it is a piece of traditional textile art with individual character and lasting value.

Delivery time 2 days
Origin Persia
Dimensions 205 cm x 136 cm (= 2.79 m²)
Construction hand-knotted
Material Pile: wool
knots 360.000
Condition pre-owned, but in very good condition (cleaned & restored)
Edition one-of-a-kind piece

Origin

The central Persian city of Keshan (also written Kashan or Keschan) lies between the mountain slopes of the Zagros range and the Persian desert regions. Thanks to its climate and the caravans that crossed the country, it was – at least until the Safavids moved their seat of government to Isfahan – a flourishing metropolis, known above all for its fabric and rug production. To this day the city is shaped by the elegance and splendour of that era. Keshan rugs are artful textiles made in an age-old tradition. In Keshan, production traditionally took place in the weavers' own homes. The pile is typically knotted from extremely soft wool, which makes it particularly dense and compact.

This old Keshan is around 86 years old and a real collector's piece.

Material

The pile of this Old Keshan was hand-knotted from high-quality new wool. New wool is obtained by gently shearing sheep. New wool is a renewable, natural raw material with a number of impressive properties: the wool's natural lanolin content means the surface repels droplets of water, giving it a natural resistance to dirt. Wool also offers excellent thermal insulation, has a regulating effect on the indoor climate and dampens sound.

The weft and warp threads of this Old Keshan are made of cotton. This versatile material is tear-resistant and elastic, which makes it especially well suited to a hard-wearing foundation weave.

Condition

This Old Keshan has a story. It was knotted around 86. We have cleaned it thoroughly and restored it with great care. Despite its age, it is therefore in very good condition.